ZeHS High-Temperature Carbon-Neutral Metallurgy Doctoral Fellowship

Fully funded 3-year doctoral research position focused on hydrogen plasma smelting, ceramic reactor linings, and molten salt electrochemical reduction.

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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: Master of Science with high standing in Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or Applied Physics
English language proficiency: Fluent English proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Master thesis summary and proposed doctoral research focus outline
Recommendation letters: Two letters of recommendation from materials science professors

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

Financial support / stipend: Full TV-L E13 German scientific researcher salary approx €50,000/year gross plus travel funding
Application fee: €0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Tuition-free doctoral education

Dates and verification

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

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official ZeHS | TU Bergakademie Freiberg documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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