# PhD in Germany
The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship exists and qualifies Syrian refugees for fully funded PhD opportunities with up to €1,200 per month in STEM fields in Germany.
This is one of the many fully funded PhD opportunities in Germany for Syrian refugees. To search for all available fully funded scholarships, you can visit our website.
Who Qualifies
To qualify for fully funded PhD opportunities in Germany for Syrian refugees, you must have a valid visa category such as a residence permit for the purpose of studying or a visa for humanitarian reasons. Common visa categories for Syrian refugees in Germany include:
- Subsidiary protection
- Refugee status
- Leave to remain
- Family reunification
Scholarships
Helmut-Schmidt-Programme
The Helmut-Schmidt-Programme by DAAD offers up to €1,200 per month to Syrian refugees for PhD studies in STEM fields with an application deadline of July 31 and can be found at https://www.daad.de/en/study-and-research-in-germany/scholarships/development-related-postgraduate-courses/helmut-schmidt-programme/.
To find more DAAD scholarships, you can visit the DAAD official website.
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship
The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship is available to Syrian refugees for PhD studies in STEM fields with a funding amount of up to €1,200 per month, eligibility includes a strong academic record and social commitment, and the deadline is on September 30, check https://www.fes.de/en/scholarship for more information.
For more scholarships for refugees, visit our website.
Hans-Böckler-Stiftung Scholarship
The Hans-Böckler-Stiftung Scholarship offers PhD funding opportunities to Syrian refugees with up to €1,550 per month in STEM fields, with the application deadline of October 1 and can be found at https://www.boeckler.de/en/scholarship.
All PhD scholarships require a strong academic record, so make sure to check the eligibility criteria.
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship
The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Scholarship is for Syrian refugees who want to pursue PhD studies in STEM fields in Germany, with a funding amount of up to €1,200 per month, eligibility includes a strong academic record and social commitment, and the deadline is on July 15, check https://www.kas.de/en/scholarship for more information.
To search for all available Canada scholarships, you can visit our website, but for scholarships in Germany, read on.
Deutschlandstipendium
The Deutschlandstipendium offers funding opportunities to Syrian refugees for PhD studies in STEM fields in Germany with up to €300 per month, eligibility includes a strong academic record, and the deadline is on August 31, check https://www.deutschland-stipendium.de/en/ for more information.
Check scholarship deadlines regularly to not miss any opportunity.
Application Steps
- Choose your desired scholarship from the list above and check the eligibility criteria.
- Prepare all required documents, including transcripts, CV, and language proficiency certificates.
- Submit your application before the deadline, usually online or by post.
- Wait for the application to be reviewed and a decision to be made.
- If selected, apply for a visa for Germany.
- Book your flights to Germany and arrange for accommodation.
- Register with the local authorities and at your university.
- Start your PhD studies in Germany.
Documents Checklist
- Bachelor and master degree certificates
- Transcripts
- Language proficiency certificates, such as German or English
- Proof of social commitment
- CV
- Personal statement or letter of motivation
- Recommendation letters
- Proof of health insurance
- Passport
FAQ
- Q: What visa category do I need to apply for PhD studies in Germany?
- Q: Can I apply for a PhD scholarship with a bachelor degree only?
- Q: Do I need to speak German to apply for PhD studies in Germany?
- Q: How long does it take to review my application?
- Q: Can I apply for a PhD scholarship if I have a family?
- Q: Do I need to have health insurance to apply for PhD studies in Germany?
- Q: Can I apply for a PhD scholarship if I am not a Syrian refugee?
- Q: How do I find accommodation in Germany?
External Authority Links
For more information on PhD studies in Germany, visit the official website of the German Academic Exchange Service.
To find more information on living in Germany as a refugee, visit the official website of the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees.
Check our blog at https://migrantscholar.vercel.app/blog for more information on fully funded PhD opportunities in Germany for Syrian refugees.
Related Guides
To find more information on scholarships for refugees, visit our website.
For more information on fully funded scholarships, you can visit our website.
To search for PhD scholarships, you can use our search function.
To find more DAAD scholarships, you can visit the DAAD official website.