Bayer Foundation Scholarship Program 2017, Germany

Scholarship Description:

Bayer Foundation Scholarship Program 2017, Germany is open for . The scholarship allows level program(s) in the field of taught at . The deadline of the scholarship is .

Bayer Foundation Scholarship Program 2017, Germany

Bayer Foundation is offering international scholarship program in scientific and medical disciplines. Scholarships are granted to students and young professionals from Germany wishing to realise a study or research project abroad or to foreign students/young professionals pursuing a project in Germany. The goal of Bayer Scholarship Program is to support the next generation of researchers and teachers as they engage in “Science for a Better Life”. The Bayer Foundations see themselves as a source of inspiration and partner for progress. They support young talents, top researchers, social entrepreneurship and social commitment with their various programs and awards. The candidate should have a very good command over the English language.

• Scholarships are granted to students and young professionals (up to two years after graduation) from Germany wishing to realise a study or research project abroad or to foreign students/young professionals pursuing a project in Germany.


• Scholarships are awarded in the field of Life Sciences, Medicine, Agro Sciences, Biology and Chemistry Educators and Apprentices.

Scholarship can be taken in Germany

Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must meet the following guidelines:

• Life Sciences: Students and young professionals in the fields of biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, bioinformatics, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceuticals and computational life sciences can apply for the Otto Bayer Scholarship.


• Medicine: Students and young professionals in the fields of human and veterinary medicine, medical science, medical engineering, public health and health economics can apply for the Carl Duisburg Scholarship.


• Agro Sciences: Students and young professionals in the fields of agro sciences, agronomy, crop sciences, green biotechnology, environmental sciences and sustainability can apply for the Jeff Schell Scholarship.


• Biology and Chemistry Educators: Student teachers in biology and chemistry (up to Master’s degree level) can apply for the Kurt Hansen Scholarship. Here, the focus is on study projects, internships, summer courses as well as supplemental courses of study.


• Apprentices: Apprentices and young professionals in non-academic professions can apply for the Hermann Strenger Scholarship. Here, foreign assignments like projects, internships, supplemental courses or on-the-job assignments in the following fields are in focus: Careers in healthcare, Technical or scientific occupations and Business administration

Eligible Nationalities: German and foreign students can apply for these scholarships.

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have their previous degree.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirement: The candidate should have a very good command over the English language.

Application Procedure: The following application documents are required for the Otto Bayer Scholarship, Carl Duisberg Scholarship, Jeff Schell Scholarship and Kurt Hansen Scholarship:

• Confirmation letter from host institute/university


• A description of the project (duration of 2-12 months) with a financial plan within the timeline of September 2016 to August 2017. The project can consist of special study courses, laboratory assignments, research projects, summer classes, internships, Masters or Ph.D. programs.


• Most recent transcripts


• Any additional documents that would enhance the application


• Photo (passport or job application photo)

For the Hermann Strenger Scholarship, applicants must submit the following:

• Confirmation letter from the foreign host institute/university on the planned project from September 2016 to August 2017


• Most recent transcripts with good to excellent grades


• A description of the project (duration of 2-12 months) with financial plan The project can consist of special study courses, laboratory assignments, research projects, summer classes or internships


• Photo (passport or job application photo)

Deadline: Applications must be submitted between June 1 and July 10, 2016.

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Degree Level:

Bayer Foundation Scholarship Program 2017, Germany is available to undertake level programs at .

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.