International Doctoral Researchers Scholarship at Universitat Bayreuth 2026

The International Doctoral Researchers Scholarship is provided by the University of Bayreuth to students who have enrolled themselves in a doctorate research program at the University.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must have an offer letter for any doctoral degree program at the University of Bayreuth.
• Applicants must be classed as International students.
• Applicants must exhibit good academic standing.

Application Process:

• Eligible candidates must complete and submit the application form online.
• The candidates must submit the following documents:
  • Enrolment certificate,
  • Copies of the passport and residence permit,
  • Letter of recommendation from the supervising professor at the University of Bayreuth,
  • Description and timeline of doctoral research,
  • Letter of motivation,
  • Resume,
  • A signed declaration of the obligation to repay funds in the event of an application for naturalization,
  • Evidence of the final grade achieved in the master’s program.

Value of the Scholarship:

• All successful applicants will receive a study grant for two semesters for tuition fees from University of Bayreuth