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Germany · Fellowship · Reviewed 2026-10-16

if(is) Internet Security Doctoral and Graduate Research Fellowship

Applied cybersecurity research fellowship investigating AI-driven vulnerability analysis, zero-trust enterprise telecommunications, and darknet threat intelligence.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

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

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Master of Science in Computer Science or Cybersecurity with outstanding distinction
English language proficiency
Fluent English (IELTS 7.0 or equivalent)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required
Thesis / Research statement
Detailed research proposal (up to 5 pages) on secure systems
Recommendation letters
Two letters of recommendation from senior cybersecurity academics

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

Financial support / stipend
Monthly research grant of €1,600 plus hardware budget and international conference travel stipend
Application fee
€0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs
Fully funded fellowship

Dates and verification

Application deadline
December 15, 2026
Last source review
2026-10-16

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Westphalian Technical College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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