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Hans Böckler Foundation: PhD Fellowship (trade-union and socio-political engagement)

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Hans Böckler Foundation (DGB) doctoral fellowships: €1,750/month + health subsidy and family allowances, ~100 grants a year for socially engaged doctoral candidates resident in Germany.

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Scholarship Overview

ProviderDAAD
Host InstitutionDAAD
Host Country🇩🇪 Germany
Study LevelPhD
Field of StudyAll fields
Funding TypeFully Funded + Stipend
ValueDoctoral students currently receive a grant of 1,750 EUR (1,650 EUR basic grant plus a research cost allowance of 100 EUR). In addition, they receive a health insurance subsidy of up to 100 EUR and, if applicable, a family allowance.
Durationstandard funding period 3 years, extendable in justified cases
Application DeadlineDeadline not publishedDeadline not published
Eligible NationalitiesAll nationalities
Application FeeFree
Last Updated12 September 2026
Official Websitewww2.daad.de

What Does This Scholarship Cover?

Monthly Stipend

Who Can Apply?

Nationality

  • Open to all nationalities

Academic Requirements

  • Particularly gifted doctoral candidates in any discipline enrolled at German higher education institutions (incl. graduate schools and junior researcher groups) who propose a promising doctoral project — with sociopolitical relevance if possible — and show commitment to labour unions or socio-political issues; at application, applicants must be permanent residents of Germany.

Language Requirements

Not specified

Age & Experience

Not specified

How to Apply

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

  2. 2

    Prepare required documents

  3. 3

    Apply for admission if required

  4. 4

    Complete scholarship application

  5. 5

    Submit before deadline

  6. 6

    Wait for the result

Required Documents

  • Online application via boeckler.de

Before You Apply

Always verify the scholarship information on the official provider website. Scholarship deadlines, requirements, funding details, and eligibility can change.

Last Verified: 12 September 2026Last Updated: 12 September 2026Source: Official ProviderVerification Status:
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