Barbara Huber Scholarship 2026, Germany
The Barbara Huber Scholarship offers international researchers the opportunity to conduct advanced research at the renowned Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law in Germany. The program supports scholars working in criminal law, public law, criminology, and related fields by providing funding for research stays lasting between two and six months.
This prestigious scholarship is aimed at doctoral researchers, postdoctoral scholars, professors, and experienced academics affiliated with institutions outside Germany. The program encourages innovative research projects that contribute new perspectives and findings in law, crime, security, and governance studies.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Host Institution: Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law
- Scholarship Name: Barbara Huber Scholarship
- Degree Level: PhD, Postdoctoral, Research, Academic Fellowship
- Scholarship Duration: 2 to 6 Months
- Eligible Nationalities: All Nationalities
- Funding Amount: Up to €3,200 per month
- Application Deadline: 31 May
- Research Areas: Criminal Law, Public Law, Criminology
About the Scholarship
The Barbara Huber Scholarship is a research-focused program that enables international academics to spend several months conducting independent research in Germany. Rather than funding degree studies, the scholarship supports short-term research residencies where scholars can collaborate with leading experts and access world-class academic resources.
Participants will have the opportunity to strengthen their research profiles, establish international collaborations, and contribute to ongoing discussions in legal and criminological research.
Degree Level
The scholarship is open to researchers at the following academic levels:
- PhD Researchers
- Doctoral Candidates
- Postdoctoral Researchers
- Professors
- Senior Researchers
- Experienced Academics
Available Subjects
Applicants working in the following disciplines are encouraged to apply:
- Criminal Law
- Public Law
- Criminology
- Security Studies
- Governance and Legal Studies
- Crime and Justice Research
- Comparative Legal Studies
Benefits
Successful applicants may receive:
Monthly Stipend
- Doctoral Candidates: €1,650 per month
- Postdoctoral Researchers: €2,700 per month
- Professors and Senior Researchers: €3,200 per month
Additional Benefits
- Access to the institute’s research facilities and academic resources
- Opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers
- Participation in seminars and academic events
- Possible support for conferences and research-related travel within Europe
- Access to international research networks
- Enhanced academic and professional development
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to applicants from all countries.
Researchers must be affiliated with a foreign research institution outside Germany.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be affiliated with a foreign university or research institution
- Conduct research related to criminal law, public law, or criminology
- Submit an innovative and well-defined research proposal
- Demonstrate strong academic achievements
- Have relevant research experience in their field
- Be willing to conduct research at the institute in Freiburg, Germany
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- List of academic publications
- Up to three publications in English or German (PDF format)
- Research proposal of 5–10 pages
- Additional supporting documents if requested
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply:
- Develop a research project aligned with the institute’s focus areas.
- Prepare a detailed research proposal (5–10 pages).
- Gather academic publications and supporting documents.
- Complete the scholarship application requirements.
- Submit all required materials before the application deadline.
- Await the evaluation and selection process.
Why Apply for the Barbara Huber Scholarship?
The Barbara Huber Scholarship provides researchers with a valuable opportunity to work within one of Europe's leading legal research institutions. The program offers financial support, academic independence, and access to an international research environment that can significantly strengthen a scholar’s research portfolio and professional network.
