Starter Scholarships at University of Bamberg 2025-26

About the Scholarship: The Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS) was established in 2010 to create an innovative working and learning environment for exceptionally qualified doctoral researchers. BAGSS is firmly committed to the goal of diversity and equal opportunities. It emphatically encourages applications by women. The University of Bamberg is a certified family-friendly university that offers comprehensive advice on reconciling family and work life.

Eligibility:

• BAGSS invites applications from highly qualified graduates in the fields of Sociology, Psychology, Education, Political Science, Labour, and Educational Economics and Demography. Qualified graduates of related subjects with a strong Social Science background are also encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in one of the aforementioned subjects or be very close to completion. (The degree must be completed by the time of admission to BAGSS. 
• Applicants must have an excellent command of English. If English is not your native tongue, applicants need to supply proof of proficiency.

 Selection Criteria:

• Entry requirements for admission to doctoral studies are met.
• The member of BAGSS member should agree to supervise you.
• The total profile is evaluated by academic assessors from the Graduate School.

Value of BAGSS Starter Scholarships: 1,568 EUR per month