Opportunities for Study and Research in Germany

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2 Opportunities for Study and Research in Germany 2

3 Herzlich Willkommen! DAAD - German Academic Exchange Service Grants & Funding: Undergraduates & Graduates Memorial University February 9, 2015 John Paul Kleiner DAAD Information Centre Toronto

4 What is the DAAD? German national agency for international academic cooperation and exchange Founded in 1925 as a way of connecting Germany to the world DAAD provides: Scholarships & grants (for all disciplines, at all stages) Information and counseling about studying & research in Germany Support for internationalization of German universities The study of German language and culture abroad 4

5 What is the DAAD? Part II Facts & Figures: 70 Regional Offices and Information Centers worldwide Information Centre for Canada : Toronto Annual budget : ~ 470 m / CAD $ 700 m in 2013 Over 119,000 people supported by DAAD-administered programs annually 2013: 330 from Canada / 804 to Canada 5

6 The DAAD Network Worldwide 6

7 Why study in Germany? Repères et références statistiques sur les enseignements, la formation et la recherche (RERS 2012) 7

8 Because Germany... has high academic and living standards at a reasonable cost offers an outstanding research infrastructure is home to almost 300,000 international university students 8

9 Because Germany... is a convenient base from which to explore Europe provides a chance to learn German, Europe s most-spoken language enables access to (a) vibrant culture(s) 9

10 DAAD Young Ambassador at MUN Mark Ryan, German Studies International Summer Course: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg Canadian Summer School in Germany: Kassel, Hessen 10

11 DAAD Scholarships Funding for study abroad, internships or senior thesis research Open to students in all fields Previous knowledge of German not required, but advantageous Monthly stipend or lump sum Health Insurance Some travel reimbursement All-Grantees meeting 11

12 Opportunities for Study and Research in Germany: Undergrads 12

13 Overview: DAAD Opportunities for Undergrads 1 Semester or Full Year Study Abroad Support 2 Summer Schools for Language Acquistion + 3 Internships

14 Undergraduate Scholarship Funding study, thesis research and/or internships Independently designed or organized programs For second- and third-year students All academic fields 4 to 10 months during the German academic year 650/monthly, insurance, travel stipend Deadline: January 31 14

15 Memorial s German Partner Universities Beisheim School of Management (Business Administration) Mannheim University of Applied Science University of Augsburg University of Kaiserslautern University of Kassel (Human Kinetics and Recreation) University of Mannheim (Business Administration) University of Paderborn (Business Administration) University of Potsdam 15

16 University Summer Course Grant Funding for summer courses taught in German at German Universities For undergraduate and graduate students 2 years minimum language requirement Courses must be 3 to 4 weeks in duration Focus on literary, cultural, political and economic aspects Deadline: December 15 16

17 Intensive Language Courses in Germany Eight-week intensive courses at leading language institutes in Germany Requirements: undergraduates or graduate students in any field of study except German Studies, German Language & Literature, and German Translation & Interpretation Applicants must have completed 3 semesters of college or university level German or have achieved an equivalent level of language proficiency Terms of Award: Scholarship: 2,300; includes tuition, accommodation and a cash allowance, health insurance, travel costs Deadline: December 15

18 German Studies Research Grant 18

19 EMGIP Bundestag Internship Internships for 2 months at German parliament Advanced undergrads or graduate students Fields: political science, international relations, law, history, economics, or German. Excellent German skills needed Monthly salary from German Bundestag DAAD can help with health insurance and housing Deadline: September 15 19

20 Dörthe Hagenguth Opportunities in the Natural Sciences and Engineering 20

21 RISE Research Internships in Science and Engineering weeks in summer Web-based matching process Undergrads work directly with German doctoral students at top labs across country No German required Scholarships and housing assistance provided 306 interns placed in 2013 Deadline: January 15

22 Study & Internship Program (SIP) 1 semester coursework at a university of applied science + 1 semester internship supervised by a U.A.S. For second and third year students (at time of application) Language requirements depend on individual program 700/month; travel stipend; insurance Deadline: February 15

23 Overview: DAAD Opportunities for Graduates 1 Scholarships for Full Degrees 2 Research Grants 3 Grants for Language Learning

24 Study Scholarship for Graduates Support for one or two years of study in Germany Can be used to earn a Master s degree at a German university German language ability should be commensurate with needs Final-year undergrads may apply 60 awarded annually 750/month; insurance; travel stipend Deadline: November 4

25 Study Scholarship for Artists & Musicians Fields: fine art, design, film, music, choreography and architecture Masters, PhD candidates, postdocs One academic year (October July) with possibility of an extension 750/monthly, health insurance, travel reimbursement Deadline: October 31

26 Masters Studies in Germany Admission with Canadian Bachelor s degree Tuition Fees: Typically none at public universities Study in English (or German) Graduate with degree recognized the world over Find degree programs in searchable database at: Contact individual universities regarding admissions 26

27 Cost of Living and Studying Cost of Living: Euro /month (2 year Masters degree = max. Euro 20,400) Student Fees: Between Euro per semester, incl. transit pass Work Permission: days/year For information on student visa requirements: 27

28 Research Grants (for PhDs and Postdocs) 1 to 10 months with the possibility of an extension For PhD candidates and postdocs, must have well-defined research project Can also be used to complete PhD in Germany Around 30 short term (< 6 mo.) and 60 long-term awarded annually Invitation by host institution essential Monthly support of ~ 1,000; travel stipend; insurance Deadlines: November 4 / May 15

29 PhD Studies in Germany Tuition free for most programs Study in English is possible Study in either a Graduate School or traditional German format Online resources to identify programs or scholars of interest at:

30 PhD Research Grants and Positions DAAD Research Grants DFG Research Training Groups Position/Grant Graduate Schools Max Planck Research Schools Individual Doctoral Projects Leibniz Graduate Schools Fraunhofer Institutes Individual Doctoral Projects Helmholtz Research Schools and Graduate Schools Individual Doctoral Projects DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst German Academic Exchange Service : : North America : :

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32 RISE professional For undergraduate DAAD alumni, recent graduates or Masters & PhD students Work place internships in industry with leading German companies German requirements depend on the nature of the internship Scholarships and housing assistance are provided 2 week intensive language course for RISE and RISE pro participants with little or no German monthly stipend plus health insurance and partial travel reimbursement

33 Your Application to DAAD: Tips for Success Express why your activities in Germany are critical to your academic or professional goals Show your passion: e.g. contact with and interest from German institution/professor Submit quality letters of recommendation Make sure your application is on time and complete

34 Online Resources for Study and Research in Germany Visit DAAD North America website: General information about study and research in Germany Funding resources:

35 Other opportunities to experience Germany YMA - Youth Mobility Agreement kanada/en/02/visa/yma.html General Information Experience-Germany.CA

36 DAAD Canada Contact DAAD Information Centre Toronto

37 We hope to see you soon in Germany!