Goethe Goes Global Master Scholarships at Goethe University

Goethe University runs a master's scholarship programme that stands out in Germany's academic scene. For five years (2016-2020), the university awards 20 scholarships each year to students in various MSc and MA courses, with a strong emphasis on research.

Goethe University, Germany

All consecutive master's programmes offered at the university. Find the full list here.

Open to both German and international students.

The Goethe Goes Global Scholarship provides:

• A monthly stipend of 1,000€ for the standard duration of a master's programme at Goethe University (usually 2 years).
• Support and guidance from an experienced master's student buddy throughout your studies.
• Access to seminars on professional skills at the Graduate Academy (GRADE), which are normally open only to PhD students and postdocs.
• Entry to an innovative research environment and networks linking you with fellow scholarship holders and other advanced researchers.
• Career support from Goethe University's Research Support Office.

You must have completed at least two thirds of your bachelor's degree (or an equivalent or higher degree) at a university outside Germany.

To be admitted to a master's programme at Goethe University, you need a completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field and must pass the selection process for that programme. Check the specific master's programme you want and confirm you meet its requirements, such as language skills and academic background.

Note: Some master's programmes are tied to research units. If you apply to one of these, you may consider getting involved in a research unit (more details in the application section).

Applications are currently closed.

Most programmes require you to apply through uni-assist. For a limited number of programmes (e.g. Biophysics), the department handles applications directly and you must send documents there. Each programme page tells you whether to apply online or through the department. See here.

The scholarship deadline is the same as the application deadline for the master's programme you choose. Submit your degree programme application and scholarship application at the same time. Deadlines vary but fall around May-July 2019.

Visit the official website (link below) for detailed application instructions.