University of Vechta Doctoral Scholarship 2027 in Germany | Fully Funded

Overview

The University of Vechta, through the Vechta Institute of Sustainability Transformation in Rural Areas (VISTRA) and funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation, provides up to three PhD scholarships. The doctoral college focuses on "Justice dimensions of sustainability-oriented transformation processes in rural areas" (PK 060) and supports comparative case studies, quantitative approaches, and mixed-methods research.

Benefits

A stipend of €1,650 per month, consisting of a €1,550 basic stipend and a €100 research cost lump sum.
A health insurance contribution of up to €100.
A potential family allowance, where applicable.
Access to thematic and methodological workshops, networked supervision, and a network of national and international partner institutions.
Fellowships running for a maximum of three years, starting between June and September 2027.

Eligibility

Open to fields relevant to the doctoral program topics, such as human geography, social sciences, applied ethics, economics, sustainability science, or psychology.
Both qualitative and quantitative research approaches are welcome, with quantitative or mixed-methods designs explicitly encouraged.
Candidates must demonstrate good German (at least level B2) and English (at least level C1) language skills.

How to Apply

Applicants must prepare the required documents along with a project exposé of up to 10 pages outlining the planned research and its classification within the doctoral college program. Submissions must be made exclusively through the Hans Böckler Foundation’s online application portal.

Deadline

The application deadline is November 2, 2026. Scholarship winners will be announced in May 2027.

Overview

Benefits

A stipend of €1,650 per month, consisting of a €1,550 basic stipend and a €100 research cost lump sum.

A health insurance contribution of up to €100.

A potential family allowance, where applicable.

Access to thematic and methodological workshops, networked supervision, and a network of national and international partner institutions.

Fellowships running for a maximum of three years, starting between June and September 2027.

Eligibility

Open to fields relevant to the doctoral program topics, such as human geography, social sciences, applied ethics, economics, sustainability science, or psychology.

Both qualitative and quantitative research approaches are welcome, with quantitative or mixed-methods designs explicitly encouraged.

Candidates must demonstrate good German (at least level B2) and English (at least level C1) language skills.