These are open to PhD students from Germany and abroad who have at least a Masters level degree in history, theology or another discipline which works historically. They must have been pursuing their doctorate for no more than three years at the time of taking up the fellowship, though exceptions may be made in exceptional circumstances. As a research institution that is not part of a university, the Institute does not hold any examinations and does not award any academic qualifications. Dissertations are completed under the supervision of the fellowship holder’s supervisor at her/his home university.
WORTH
- The IEG Fellowships are jointly funded by the federal and state government. The fellowships are used exclusively for the purpose of conducting the research project described in the application at the IEG. Thus, no other form of employment or funding can be pursued or availed of for the duration of the fellowship.
- IEG Fellowship for doctoral students have a monthly value of € 1,350.
- Fellowship holders whose partners accompany them to Mainz and do not have an income of more than 450 euros per month may receive a family allowance. Please indicate in your application whether your partner accompanies you to Mainz.
- Fellows who come to Mainz accompanied by their underage children can apply for child allowance.
ELIGIBILITY
- The IEG grants fellowships to doctoral students (who have not yet obtained their PhD degree)
who have at least a Master’s degree in history, theology or any other historically working
discipline. - It is, as a matter of principle, possible to simultaneously apply at other institutions. Please do
indicate this on your application form and promptly inform them about potential second applications
or decisions regarding these during the selection process.
DEADLINE: August 15 2022
To apply and for more information visit here