DIW Berlin Graduate Center PhD Program 2027 in Germany: Fully Funded Five-Year Economics Doctoral Scholarship for International Students

About the opportunity

The DIW Berlin Graduate Center offers a fully funded five-year PhD program in Economics for international students. This program is designed for students who have completed a master's degree or diploma in Economics or a related field. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive education in economics and prepare them for a career in research.

What you get

• Five-year fully funded PhD program
• Stipend of 1,650 Euro per month for the first year
• Employment at DIW Berlin's research departments (TVöD, EG 13, 75%) for years 2-5
• No tuition fees
• Opportunity to enroll at one of Berlin's universities

Who can apply

• Master's degree or diploma in Economics or Business Studies
• Related fields (e.g., civil engineering, statistics, quantitative social sciences) with sufficient economics background
• English language proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL scores, if applicable)
• Native English speakers or those with a degree from an English-speaking country exempt

What you need to apply

• Motivation letter (max. 2 pages)
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• Two academic letters of recommendation
• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates
• Completed application form
• IELTS or TOEFL scores, if applicable
• GRE General Test scores, if applicable