Official application and requirement details for the DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship Programme, offering research opportunities in aeronautics, space, energy, and transportation.
Must not be of German nationality or have resided outside Germany for at least six years; Highly-qualified foreign graduate and doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers, and senior scientists; Must prove outstanding study or research achievements in relevant fields; Type A: Enrolled in a Master's programme; Type B: Completed university degree within the last six years; Type C: Completed doctorate/PhD within the last two years
Requirements
Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of German is advantageous; Must apply for a DLR institute, not a university; Complete applications only; Proof of English proficiency for Type B and C (e.g., TOEFL IBT 79, IELTS 6.5)
Application materials
Online application form; Cover page; Statement of reasons for applying; Complete curriculum vitae; University degree certificates and transcripts; Letters of recommendation
How to apply
Register in the DAAD portal; Generate recommendation form in the portal and send to referee; Prepare and upload documents in PDF format to the DAAD portal; Submit application online; Ensure letters of recommendation are sent by post or submitted digitally via the reference database
Contact
Ms Katrin Bußmeier, Section ST43 – Research Fellowship Programmes, E-Mail: dlr-daad-program@daad.de; Technical portal support: portal@daad.de or +49 (0) 228 882-8888
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