KWI International Fellowship 2026 in Germany (Fully Funded)

The Applications are open to apply for the KWI International Fellowship 2026. It is a Fully Funded Fellowship in Germany for International applicants from around the world. The Duration of the Fellowship is 6 Months, and it will run from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2026 at the IKulturwissenschaftliches Institut (KWI). The Fellowship is designed for outstanding international researchers in the humanities, cultural studies, and social sciences. Fellows will also receive office space, technical support, and a library service. Researchers from around the world are eligible to apply. Below are more details about the KWI International Fellowship requirements, financial benefits, and the application Process

Details About KWI International Fellowship 2026 in Germany

• Host Country: Germany
• Location: KWI Institute
• Duration: 6 Months
• Fellowship Dates: April to Sept 2026
• Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: September 29, 2025

Financial Benefits

The Program Covers:

• Monthly Stipend
• Living Expenses
• Insurance
• Travel Expense to/from Germany

Research Areas

• Humanities
• Cultural Studies
• Social Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

• Who can apply? Researchers who have completed their PhD and have up to six years of post-doctoral experience.
• International focus: Open to researchers from around the world.
• German nationals: Only eligible if currently employed at an international institute.
• Project requirement: Proposals must address KWI’s research agenda.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• List of Publications
• PhD Certificate
• KWI Project Proposal (max. 5,000 characters)

How to Apply for the KWI International Fellowship 2026?

Applying for the KWI International Fellowship is straightforward. Combine all these documents into one single PDF file. Make sure it’s no larger than 20 MB. Send your completed PDF application via email to international.fellowship@uni-due.de.

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