Funding & benefits
• Grant amount: 3,000 euros total, even for longer stays. • Duration: Minimum 85 days (~3 months), starting at the beginning of a month and ending at the month’s end. • Recipients retain rights to their research results.
The RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship cannot be combined with any other scholarship, whether funded by RWTH, German, or international public or private organizations. This includes, for example, scholarships from the DAAD or Korean public and private sources.
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Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
Application deadline 4 months before the planned research stay Important Notice: Restrictions on Double Funding The RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship cannot be combined with any other scholarship, whether funded by RWTH, German, or international public or private organizations. This includes, for example, scholarships from the DAAD or Korean public and private sources.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- • Excellent academic performance at home university • Strong English proficiency (written and spoken) • Enrolment at a partner university
“The RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship is a research fellowship for outstanding Master students and PhD candidates who are enrolled at partner universities in Korea and want to conduct a research project at RWTH Aachen University.”
Should you apply?
It suits PhD / Doctoral applicants working in All study areas. The decisive requirement, in RWTH Aachen University's words, is: "The RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship is a research fellowship for outstanding Master students and PhD candidates who are enrolled at partner universities in Korea and want to conduct a research project at RWTH Aachen University." Expect to prepare 3 documents (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: All study areas.
- Study destination: Germany.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- Statement of purpose containing general information on your special research project and your RWTH supervisor, the purpose and your motivation for this topic and supervisor
- Recommendation Letter of supervisor at home university with reference to the intended research project at RWTH
- Transcript of Grades
Application process
- Find and connect with an RWTH supervisor to discuss and finalize your research project, its duration, and relevant details.
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Complete the required nomination step described by the official provider.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Am I eligible for RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship Korea?
In RWTH Aachen University's own words: "The RWTH Aachen University Research Fellowship is a research fellowship for outstanding Master students and PhD candidates who are enrolled at partner universities in Korea and want to conduct a research project at RWTH Aachen University."
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at RWTH Aachen University in Germany.
Is there a deadline?
The official page does not state a closing date. Confirm timing directly with RWTH Aachen University before preparing an application.
Where do I apply?
Directly with RWTH Aachen University, through the official application page linked from this record.
What do I need to submit?
The official page lists 3 items: Statement of purpose containing general information on your special research project and your RWTH supervisor, the purpose and your motivation for this topic and supervisor, Recommendation Letter of supervisor at home university with reference to the intended research project at RWTH, Transcript of Grades.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from RWTH Aachen University's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
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Official sources last checked: 1 Nov 2026 · Verified 1 h ago
About RWTH Aachen University
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