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OeAD Franz Werfel Fellowship

Fully FundedMasterPhD4-9 monthsRolling intake

The OeAD Franz Werfel Fellowship funds research stays at Austrian universities for young researchers in German Studies (Germanistik), named after Austrian novelist Franz Werfel. Provides EUR 1,250/month for up to 9 months. Highly specialised — strictly for German-language studies. Priority for Central and Eastern European applicants.

Popular Participating Universities

TU WienTU Wien

Quick info

Application status

Rolling intake

DAAD deadlines vary per program. Check the official site for the current intake window.

Austria
Master, PhD
4-9 months
German Studies, Germanistik, Austrian Literature…
Open to: Open to international researchers (priority for Central/Eastern European countries)
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What you get

  • EUR 1,250 per month living allowance
  • Health and accident insurance
  • Maximum duration: up to 9 months (typically 4–6 months)
Monthly: EUR 1,250/month (max ~EUR 11,250 for 9 months)

Requirements

First degree: Required
Professional experience: Not required
Country restriction: Open to international researchers (priority for Central/Eastern European countries)

Detailed requirements

  • - Master's or PhD student in German Studies / Germanistik
  • - Strong academic record in German-language studies
  • - Research project related to German-language studies, literature, or culture
  • - Letter of acceptance from an Austrian academic supervisor
  • - Priority for applicants from Central and Eastern Europe

Who can apply

Young researchers (Master's or PhD) in German Studies / Germanistik from around the world, with priority for Central/Eastern European applicants. Funds research stays at Austrian universities.

Fields of study

German StudiesGermanistikAustrian LiteratureGerman-Language Studies

Application window

Rolling intake

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

Application deadline: 15 September
Results: typically November–December
Start: flexible, usually March or October following year

How to apply

  1. 1Step 1: Identify an Austrian university and supervisor in Germanistik
  2. 2Step 2: Develop a research project related to German-language studies
  3. 3Step 3: Obtain a letter of acceptance from the Austrian supervisor
  4. 4Step 4: Submit application via OeAD portal by 15 September
  5. 5Step 5: Results by November–December; start flexible the following year
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OeAD (Austrian Agency for Education and Internationalisation)

OeAD (Austrian Agency for Education and Internationalisation)

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