Funding from the University of Siegen
The University of Siegen offers a wide range of targeted funding opportunities for academics at all career levels. Central programs support both the entry into research and the further development of established projects - flexibly, transparently and precisely tailored.
Getting started in research
With start-up funding and funding for project development, the university creates scope for new ideas at an early stage. Early career researchers benefit from tailor-made programs for doctoral and postdoctoral projects.
For researchers with strong research skills
Particularly committed and successful researchers are supported by specific funding lines and performance bonuses - including for the successful acquisition of third-party funding.
Strengthening internationalization
The university specifically promotes international networking and academic exchange through the visiting professorships programme - an important boost for the visibility of research in Siegen.
Additional funding opportunities in the faculties
In addition to the central programs, the faculties offer their own funding formats, tailored to subject-specific requirements and disciplinary characteristics.
Contact us
University-internal research funding
Pauline Büsken, M.A.
Phone: +49 271/740-2734
Research grant
Dipl.-Wirt.-Jur. Tina Pickardt
Phone: +49 271/740-4949
Promotion of doctoral candidates
Dr. Daniel Müller
Phone: +49 271 740-5079
Projects on equality and gender
Dr. Elisabeth Heinrich
Phone: +49 271/740-2227
Internal support programs
Eligible to apply: Researchers at the University of Siegen (from postdoc upwards)
Object of funding: Start-up funding for new externally funded projects that are expected to be carried out at the University of Siegen
Funding amount: Flexible depending on the project
Important documents: Guidelines, application
Eligible to apply: Professors at the University of Siegen
Object of funding:
- Start-up funding for the preparation of coordinated research projects in the application and funding phase
- Granting of a personal allowance for the spokesperson if the application is successful
- Granting of a research bonus and personal allowances for successful applications
- Reduction of the teaching load (individual agreement)
Funding amount: after individual agreement with the university management
Eligible to apply: Researchers at the University of Siegen who have acquired a third-party funded project
Object of funding: Premium for acquiring third-party funding
Funding amount: The amount of the premium depends on the funding format (see table).
Important documents: Research premium system
Eligible to apply: Doctoral candidates at the University of Siegen
Object of funding:
- Doctoral scholarships Friends and Sponsors: 1 doctoral scholarship for 2 years (always announced in the spring of each year)
- House of Young Talents/ Young Academy: Award of doctoral scholarships, usually announced once per semester (=twice per year). The maximum duration is 3 (2+1) years.
Funding amount:
- Doctoral scholarships from friends and sponsors: €1,600/month
- House of Young Talents/ Young Academy: 1.750€/month+material costs
Important documents: Guidelines of the doctoral scholarship of the friends and sponsors, further information on the doctoral scholarships of the HYT Young Academy can be found at HYT
Eligible to apply:
- Doctoral and postdoctoral researchers at the University of Siegen
- Researchers at the University of Siegen
Object of funding:
- Transitional scholarships from the Equal Opportunities Officer for female doctoral and postdoctoral researchers: 6 months
- Funding for (research) projects on gender studies (usually 1 year)
Funding objective:
- Final funding for doctorates and habilitations of women
- Follow-up funding for projects to improve the situation of women in the higher education system and gender mainstreaming
Funding amount:
- Transitional scholarships: €1,250/month
- Depending on the project; total annual volume €15,000
Important documents: Call for proposals
