Germany Fully Funded BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg PhD Scholarships 2025

Fully Funded PhD Scholarships at Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) Cottbus-Senftenberg, Germany 2025

The Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) Cottbus-Senftenberg is now accepting applications for its prestigious BTU PhD Scholarships 2025. This scholarship program is designed to support exceptional doctoral candidates through both long-term (36 months) and short-term (6 months) funding options.

The scholarships are open to candidates across all academic disciplines offered at BTU and aim to promote innovative research under expert supervision.

Scholarship Types

1. Full PhD Scholarship (36 Months):
   For newly enrolled or currently enrolled doctoral candidates at BTU.

2. Short-term PhD Scholarship (6 Months):
   For candidates finalizing their dissertation and able to submit within the funding period.

Available Fields of Study

All academic and scientific disciplines offered at Brandenburg University of Technology are eligible under this scholarship program.

Scholarship Benefits

• Monthly Stipend: €1,500

• Family Support: Additional €150 per month per child (if applicable)

• Research Mentorship: Supervision by qualified BTU faculty

• Duration:

  • Full Scholarship: Up to 36 months

  • Short-term Scholarship: 6 months

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the BTU PhD Scholarships 2025, applicants must:

• Be admitted or enrolled in a PhD/doctoral program at BTU

• Hold a relevant Master’s degree or equivalent

• Demonstrate strong academic performance and original research motivation

• Have secured a confirmed supervisor at BTU

• Be affiliated with a specific academic chair or department at BTU

• Submit a complete application package according to the guidelines

Note:
Applicants without an approved BTU supervisor or with previously rejected applications are not eligible to apply.

Required Documents (Short-term Scholarship)

Candidates applying for the short-term PhD scholarship must submit the following documents:

• Completed Declaration Form

• Motivation Letter explaining research goals

• Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages) including list of publications

• Progress Report (4–6 pages) detailing dissertation status

• Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates

• Proof of Doctoral Admission at BTU

• Copy of Visa (for non-EU applicants, if applicable)

• Supervisor’s Report confirming dissertation submission within 6 months

Important:
Proof of dissertation submission must be presented at the end of the 6-month funding period.

Application Process

• Submit a complete application as a single PDF file in the correct order.

• Email your application to:
  researchschool+applications@b-tu.de

• Email Subject: Application for PhD Scholarship

• Application Deadline: September 24, 2025, 12:00 noon CEST

Note: Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Applications must strictly follow the specified format.

Selection Process

All submitted applications will be evaluated by the BTU Awarding Commission based on:

• Academic excellence

• Quality and feasibility of the research project

• Originality and relevance of the proposed topic

• Supervisor’s evaluation

Results Notification: Beginning of December 2025
Scholarship Start Date: January 2026 (or later)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can I apply for the BTU PhD scholarship without a confirmed supervisor?
No. A confirmed BTU supervisor and a letter of acceptance (Betreuungszusage) are mandatory for eligibility.

Q2: Is it possible to receive both the full and short-term scholarships?
No. Candidates can only receive one type of funding. Applicants who previously received GRS funding are not eligible to reapply.

Q3: Are international students eligible to apply?
Yes. The scholarship is open to applicants of all nationalities.

Q4: Can I apply if I have not started my PhD yet?
Yes, but you must have already been admitted into a doctoral program and secured a BTU supervisor.

Q5: Is there an age limit for applicants?
No specific age limit is mentioned. However, applicants must meet academic eligibility criteria.

Q6: Can I submit my application in a language other than English or German?
No. Applications must be submitted in either English or German.

Q7: When will I receive confirmation about the status of my application?
Results will be announced at the beginning of December 2025.

Q8: How competitive is the scholarship?
Highly competitive. Selection is based on academic merit, research proposal, and supervisor recommendation.

Q9: What happens if I don’t submit my dissertation within 6 months (short-term)?
You must submit proof of submission by the end of the funding period; failure to do so may affect your funding status.

Q10: Can I apply again next year if I am not selected?
Yes, as long as your application wasn’t previously rejected and you meet all eligibility requirements.