Germany · Fellowship · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Cluster of Excellence Religion & Politics Postdoctoral Fellowship

Prestigious fellowship at Germany's leading interdisciplinary cluster examining religious pluralism, conflict mediation, and political secularization across eras.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Completed PhD in History, Political Science, Philosophy, or Religious Studies
English language proficiency: Advanced academic English or German proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not applicable
Thesis / Research statement: Doctoral monograph summary, sample publication, and 5-page research project plan
Recommendation letters: Three academic letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full 100% TV-L E13 postdoctoral salary (€58,000–€64,000 gross/year) for 2 years
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (salaried academic appointment)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 28, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Münster documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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