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Barbara Huber Scholarship Program 2027

Last updated May 2, 2026

Deadline

2026-05-31

Country

Germany

Level

phd, postdoc, fellowship

Organization

Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law

Field

Criminology, Public Law, Criminal Law

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Barbara Huber Scholarship Program offers research stays at the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law. These scholarships are awarded for a period of two to a maximum of six months and honor the life and work of Barbara Huber, an eminent legal scholar.

Coverage

The scholarship provides a monthly stipend: EUR 1,650 for doctoral candidates, EUR 2,700 for postdocs, and EUR 3,200 for professors and experienced researchers. Additionally, a grant may be awarded to cover expenses related to participating in academic events or further research activities in Germany or other European countries. Scholarship holders are responsible for their own health insurance and must provide proof of adequate coverage.

Eligibility

This program is open to outstanding academics from foreign research institutions. Applicants must propose particularly innovative research projects that significantly contribute to scientific progress through new perspectives, questions, or findings in the subject areas of Criminology, Public Law, or Criminal Law. Eligible academic levels include doctoral candidates, postdocs, professors, and experienced researchers.

Requirements

Required documents include a CV, a list of academic publications, a maximum of three German or English publications (in PDF format), and a detailed description of the research project (5–10 pages). Proof of adequate health insurance is also mandatory.

How to apply

Applications for scholarships for the following year must be submitted by May 31 of the previous year. Interested candidates should apply through the CSL Application Portal.

Notes

Not clearly stated.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law

Original source: OpportunityDesk

Official application page: https://safran.csl.mpg.de/job-postings/barbara-huber-forschungsstipendium

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.