The Applications are now open for the KWI International Fellowship 2026. It is a Fully Funded Fellowship in Germany for International applicants from around the world. The Duration of the Fellowship is 6 Months, and it will run from 1st October 2026 to 31st March 2027 at the IKulturwissenschaftliches Institut (KWI). The Fellowship is designed for outstanding international researchers in the humanities, cultural studies, and social sciences. Fellows will also receive office space, technical support, and a library service. Researchers from around the world are eligible to apply. Below are more details about the KWI International Fellowship requirements, financial benefits, and the application Process.
Details About the KWI International Fellowship 2026
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: KWI Institute
- Duration: 6 Months
- Fellowship Dates: 1st October 2026 to 31st March 2027
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 28th February 2026
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Monthly Stipend
- Living Expenses
- Insurance
- Travel Expense to/from Germany
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Research Areas
- Humanities
- Cultural Studies
- Social Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
- Who can apply? Researchers who have completed their PhD and have up to six years of post-doctoral experience.
- International focus: Open to researchers from around the world.
- German nationals: Only eligible if currently employed at an international institute.
- Project requirement: Proposals must address KWI’s research agenda.
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Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- List of Publications
- PhD Certificate
- KWI Project Proposal (max. 5,000 characters)
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How to Apply for the KWI International Fellowship 2026/27?
Applying for the KWI International Fellowship is straightforward. Combine all these documents into one single PDF file. Make sure it’s no larger than 20 MB. Send your completed PDF application via email to international.fellowship@uni-due.de.
APPLY FOR THE KWI INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP
