OpenFieldLausitz Energy Transition Doctoral Scholarship (Lusatia Decarbonization Initiative)
Doctoral research funding supporting international researchers investigating regional energy transition models, hydrogen supply logistics, grid battery storage, and structural transformation away from lignite coal.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree grade of at least 'gut' (German scale <= 2.0)
- English language proficiency
- English proficiency at CEFR B2/C1 level
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Comprehensive statement of purpose and academic achievement record
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic recommendation letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €1,500/month tax-free living stipend + €200/month research material allowance
- Application fee
- €0
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition charges
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (Annual selection round)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Brandenburg University of Technology documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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