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POLiS Post-Lithium Energy Storage International Master's Scholarship

Prestige scholarship awarded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) Cluster of Excellence POLiS to top international students admitted to the Master in Energy Science and Technology.

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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: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering with excellent marks
English language proficiency: IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 88
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Detailed CV, two-page statement of motivation regarding battery research, and transcripts
Recommendation letters: Two letters of recommendation from former academic professors

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

Financial support / stipend: Full scholarship: €934 per month (€11,208/year) living allowance plus lab consumables stipend
Application fee: €75
Tuition / joining costs: Non-EU tuition €1,500/semester waived or reimbursed through POLiS funding

Dates and verification

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

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Important verification note

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

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