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Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027

Awarded by Gerda Henkel Stiftung

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · EUR 1,920 per month + EUR 480 per month towards travel and materials + family grant

Eligible Courses

History related research areas

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

Accredited institutions in Germany

Provider

Gerda Henkel Stiftung

Last Verified On

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Overview

Eligibility for Gerda Henkel Foundation Doctoral Scholarships :

  • The scholarships are open to PhD students of all nationalities.
  • The academic excellence of the candidates is taken into consideration and highly qualified applicants are preferred.
  • Candidates applying should be from subject areas related to Archaeology, Historical Sciences, Historical Islamic Studies, History of Art, History of Law, Prehistory and Early History, and History of Science.
  • The scholarship will be provided for up to 2 years.
  • The applicant must not be older than 28 years of age.

Documents Required for Gerda Henkel Foundation Doctoral Scholarships :

  • The candidate should submit a completed application form.
  • A CV in tabular form should be submitted in a maximum of 8 pages. 
  • Should include the work and schedule. Necessary travel to archives, museums, and libraries should also be mentioned. 
  • A statement should be submitted on expected travel and material costs.
  • Certificates of the Master's degree and seminar certificates shall be submitted.

Value of  for Gerda Henkel Foundation Doctoral Scholarships 2025 :

  • The successful applicants of Gerda Henkel Foundation Doctoral Scholarships in Germany, 2020 will receive:
    • Basic Scholarships worth EUR 1,920.
    • Monthly family allowance: with one child: EUR 480; with more than one child: + EUR 120.
    • Expatriation allowance: EUR 480.
    • Travel expenses: as required.

Applications: Applications must be submitted online.

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FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Gerda Henkel Stiftung. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027 is N/A.
  • Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027 is offered to PhD degree.
  • Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027 is offered for History related research areas.
  • Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027 is open for: Open to all nationals.
  • Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027 is offered by Gerda Henkel Stiftung.
  • Ph.D. Scholarships by Gerda Henkel Foundation 2027 covers Partial Funding, EUR 1,920 per month + EUR 480 per month towards travel and materials + family grant .