DAAD-LSM Fully Funded PhD Scholarship 2025
In the forthcoming Winter Semester 2025/2026, the Class of Language at the Graduate School of Language & Literature, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) is offering the following PhD positions:
- One GSSP PhD-Scholarship (DAAD) – Fully funded.
- Regular Non-Funded PhD Positions – For self-funded students.
Application Deadline: April 1, 2025
Scholarship Benefits (DAAD GSSP PhD Scholarship)
The DAAD-funded GSSP PhD Scholarship includes:
- Monthly stipend of €1,300
- Travel allowance
- Health, accident, and liability insurance coverage
- Annual research allowance between €460 – €260
- Program duration: 6 semesters (3 years)
Why Choose LMU Munich for Your PhD?
Pursuing a PhD in the Class of Language offers:
- Individual and supportive supervision by leading experts.
- Interdisciplinary, research-oriented curriculum.
- Regular academic exchange with peers, professors, and international guest scholars.
- A vibrant academic community in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.
Available Subjects
PhD positions are offered in the following disciplines:
- Albanian Studies
- Cognitive and Cultural Linguistics
- Comparative and Indo-European Linguistics
- English Linguistics
- Finno-Ugric / Uralic Studies
- General Linguistics and Language Typology
- German as a Foreign Language
- German Linguistics
- Phonetics
- Psycholinguistics
- Romance Linguistics
- Slavic Linguistics
- Theoretical Linguistics
- Related fields
Eligibility Criteria
General Requirements
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) with a major in one of the listed subjects.
- Minimum grade requirement: Final thesis grade and overall grade must not fall below 2.50.
- Language proficiency:
- At least two European academic languages (one must be German).
- Knowledge of a non-European academic language is an asset.
- Commitment to active participation in a structured doctoral program.
Additional DAAD Scholarship Requirements
- International applicants only (must not have lived in Germany for more than 15 months before May 1, 2025).
- Degree completion within the last six years (as of May 1, 2025).
- Must not have completed a PhD previously.
- Research phases outside Germany (up to 25% of the funding period) are supported.
- Applicants from developing and emerging nations are encouraged to apply.
Selection Procedure
Candidates will be selected based on:
- Quality of the dissertation project
- Academic qualifications
- Cooperative and communicative skills
- Interdisciplinary research potential
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an academic interview with a selection panel.
Application Procedure
Required Documents
- Motivation letter (1-2 pages)
- Dissertation project proposal (10-12 pages, max. 35,000 characters)
- Two recommendation letters (DAAD template required for scholarship applicants)
- Curriculum Vitae (detailed academic background)
- Academic certificates and diplomas
- Proof of final thesis grade and overall grade
- Copy of university thesis (or 2-3 page abstract if in a lesser-used language)
How to Apply?
- Register online on the application portal (opens February 26, 2025).
- Complete the electronic form and upload all required documents.
- Submit before the April 1, 2025 deadline.
After submission, applicants will be notified via email about the selection outcome. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for in-person or online interviews (travel expenses for in-person interviews are not covered).
Conclusion
This is a unique opportunity to join LMU Munich’s Class of Language and advance your career in linguistics and related fields. With generous financial support, a structured academic program, and international exposure, this PhD program is an excellent stepping stone for a successful academic career.
Deadline: April 1, 2025 – Start preparing your application today!
For further details, visit the official LMU Munich website.
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