Applications for the KWI International Fellowships 2026 are now available in Germany. It is open to researchers in humanities cultural studies and social sciences who have a PhD and up to six years of experience after their PhD. The program runs from April 1, 2026 to September 30, 2026. The fellowship gives a six-month stay at KWI where scholars can focus only on their research without teaching or admin work. Fellows get access to modern facilities, office space, tech support, library services, event and research help and a lively academic community. German applicants can only apply if they are working at an international institution right now.
Key Points:
- Full Research Focus: No teaching or admin tasks just time for your work.
- Top Resources: Use modern tools and join a leading research group.
- Global Applicants: Open to scholars worldwide Germans must be based abroad.
- Mixed Disciplines: Great for those in humanities cultural studies and social sciences.
- Six Months of Research: A full term to work in a smart and inspiring place.
KWI International Fellowships Summary
| Fellowship In | Germany |
| Fellowship Type | Fully Funded |
| Available For | Both (International & German) Applicants |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 August 2025 |
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KWI Fellowships Benefits
- Six months to focus only on research, no teaching or admin work.
- Use top-quality facilities including office space, tech help and library access.
- Support for events and research.
- Connect with experts worldwide.
- Thyssen@KWI Fellowship offers funding from Fritz Thyssen Foundation.
- Boost your academic reputation and career opportunities.
Fellowship Opportunities
1. KWI International Fellowship
The fellowship is open to international researchers. They must have a PhD and less than six years of postdoc experience. Germans must be based at an international institution to apply.
2. Thyssen@KWI Fellowship
This fellowship is Funded by the Fritz Thyssen Foundation. It helps scholars who have a few years of post-doctoral experience and strong ties to international research.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have a PhD degree.
- Maximum six years experience since earning Phd.
- Research topic must fit KWI’s areas of study.
- Open to scholars from any country.
- Germans can only apply if working at a foreign institution.
- Thyssen@KWI Fellowship needs more experience and global research links.
How to Apply? KWI International Fellowships Application Process
The application process is online. Visit the below given link for more details and apply.
Apply Now For The KWI International Fellowships 2026