Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany
A curated list of social sciences scholarships in Germany — with funding, eligibility and deadline detail for each. Ranked by relevance and completeness; updated for the latest intake.
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Are you a researcher or academic looking for an opportunity to work on an independent project in Germany? The Alfried Krupp Fellowships 2026/27 at the Alfried Krupp Wissenschaftsko...
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Are you a former DAAD scholarship recipient eager to return to Germany for research or professional development? The DAAD Re-invitation Programme 2026 offers you a unique opportuni...
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Are you a young social entrepreneur committed to tackling poverty, inequality, and exclusion through innovative business solutions? The IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship 202...
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If you’re a student or professional from the Global South looking to pursue higher education or research in Germany or your region, the Catholic Academic Exchange Service (KAAD) of...
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Are you a postdoctoral researcher in the humanities, cultural studies, or social sciences looking for a fully funded research opportunity in Germany? The Kulturwissenschaftliches I...
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The Bonn International Fellowships program offers an exciting opportunity for outstanding researchers from around the world to engage with the University of Bonn, one of Germany’s...
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Are you a South African citizen or permanent resident pursuing a Master’s or PhD degree? The NRF-DAAD In-Country Scholarship Programme 2025 offers a unique opportunity to study at...
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Freie Universität Berlin, one of Germany’s top public research universities, is proud to participate in the DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) programme for the a...
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Are you passionate about transport safety, psychology, and cultural transformation? The Technical University of Dresden (TU Dresden) invites applications for a Research Associate /...
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The DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) Scholarships are among the most prestigious opportunities offered to professionals from developing and newly industrialized...
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Are you an established researcher in the social sciences or humanities seeking a prestigious, fully funded opportunity to conduct independent research in Europe? The UA Ruhr Intern...
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Are you a young changemaker passionate about social impact, sustainability, or climate action? The DSM-Firmenich Progress Foundation Scholarship 2025 is your chance to attend the O...
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Are you a doctoral student, postdoctoral researcher, or senior academic seeking to advance your research at one of the world’s most prestigious research institutions? The Max Planc...
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The TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship 2025 offers an incredible opportunity for international researchers looking to advance their academic careers. Hosted by the Technical University...
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The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme 2026 is now open for applications. This fully funded scholarship supports Master’s and PhD studies for students in Sub-Saharan A...
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The Georg Forster Research Fellowship 2025 is a prestigious fully funded research opportunity in Germany for postdoctoral and experienced researchers from developing and transition...
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Are you a Master’s, PhD, or medical student looking for international research opportunities? The Bayer Foundation Fellowships 2025 at various research institutions in Germany prov...
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Are you a scientist, scholar, or artist seeking an advanced research fellowship in Germany? The Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg (HWK) Institute for Advanced Study is now accepting applic...
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Are you a passionate mathematician with a Master’s degree seeking to pursue a PhD in a world-class research environment? The University of Göttingen is offering 9 PhD candidate/doc...
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The Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC), a collaborative initiative between the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, and the Federal Ministr...
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German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU) Scholarships 2025: Fully Funded PhD Opportunities in GermanyAre you a passionate PhD student eager to tackle environmental challenges?...
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The HessenFonds scholarship program 2025, organized by the Hessian Ministry of Science and Research, Arts and Culture, offers life-changing opportunities for refugee students, doct...
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Hans Böckler Foundation Opportunities Every year, the Hans Böckler Foundation offers prestigious international scholarships for PhD students, providing exceptional opportunities t...
How this list is built
We surface every published scholarship in our directory that matches Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany, ordered by your chosen sort — relevance, newest, or nearest deadline. Only pages with enough genuine opportunities are published. Funding, eligibility and deadlines come from each provider; always confirm details on the official page before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What scholarships are available Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany?
There are 265 scholarships Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany on ScholarshipsAds, including DAAD Germany Alfried Krupp Fellowships 2026 (Fully Funded); DAAD Re-invitation Scholarship and Fellowship Programme 2026 (Resear...; One Young World Germany IKEA Social Entrepreneurship Scholarship 202.... Each listing shows the funding on offer, who is eligible and the application deadline.
When is the application deadline Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany?
Every scholarship Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany has its own deadline - open any listing to see its exact application date.
Are there fully funded scholarships Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany?
Yes, this list includes fully funded scholarships Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany. Use the Funding filter to show only fully funded awards.
Who can apply Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany?
Most scholarships Social Sciences Scholarships in Germany are open to international students who meet the academic and language requirements shown on each listing. Open a scholarship to see its exact eligibility.
