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Volkswagen Foundation Freigeist Fellowships
Volkswagen Foundation
Award
Up to €1.25 million over 5 years
Country
Germany
Deadline
30-Sep
Institution
German universities
Postdoctoral/Research
Germany
About This Scholarship
The Volkswagen Foundation offers Freigeist Fellowships for unconventional thinkers and bold researchers who are willing to pursue genuinely risky and innovative research questions across disciplinary boundaries. Fellows receive up to €1.25 million over 5 years to build their own research group at a German university. The fellowship is for early-career researchers in all disciplines who dare to pursue research beyond the beaten path.
Eligibility Requirements
Early-career researchers (2-8 years post-PhD); based or relocating to German university; bold unconventional research vision
Who Can Apply
Target Group
Unconventional early-career researchers
Subject Area
All academic disciplines (interdisciplinary encouraged)
Degree Level
Postdoctoral/Research
How to Apply
- Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
- Prepare all required documents — transcripts, reference letters, personal statement.
- Visit the official provider website using the Apply Now button below.
- Complete and submit the application form before the deadline.
- Keep a copy of your submission confirmation.
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