Georgius Agricola Scholarship Funding Guidelines Open
The Georgius Agricola Scholarship from the State of Saxony supports highly talented students from Central, Eastern, and Southeast Europe who wish to pursue studies or a research stay in Saxony. These are non-repayable grants designed to strengthen scientific and economic cooperation and develop future leaders in the region.
Who is funded?
The Georgius Agricola Scholarship is aimed at talented students and graduates from Central, Eastern, and Southeast Europe who wish to complete a full-time or short-term study program in Saxony. The program aims to strengthen scientific and economic cooperation and to develop future leaders. The funding is tied to specific academic requirements and the study location in Saxony.
What is funded?
The program funds study stays that either aim for a career-qualifying degree in specific fields or serve for professional specialization. The supported activities include both basic educational paths and specialized research and development phases. The financial support is designed as a non-repayable grant that covers certain costs of the stay.
Type and Scope of Funding
This funding program offers financial support in the form of non-repayable grants, paid out as monthly scholarships. The amount of the grant and the maximum funding duration are clearly defined, depending on whether it is a full-time or short-term scholarship. A special feature is the possibility for Studentenwerk to directly offset costs for health insurance and accommodation.
Conditions and Requirements
The granting of the Georgius Agricola Scholarship is subject to various conditions related to academic performance, language requirements, and adherence to the study regulations. In addition, there are specific rules for offsetting other income and monitoring study progress to ensure the funding objective.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Georgius Agricola Scholarship differs slightly for full-time and short-term studies but always involves the International Office of the respective university and Studentenwerk Dresden. The selection takes place in several steps, with both the universities and Studentenwerk playing a crucial role.
Legal Basis
The legal basis of the Georgius Agricola Scholarship consists of specific funding guidelines from the Saxon State Ministry, supplemented by provisions of the Saxon Budget Code and the Saxon Higher Education Act. These documents define the purpose, prerequisites, and procedure for scholarship awarding and ensure proper fund management.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
EUR 480.00 per month
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Individual Aid
Region:
Saxony (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Capacity Building, Product Development, Evaluation, Planning
Funding Provider
Program Level: Regional
Funding Body: Saxon State Ministry for Science, Culture and Tourism
Managed By: Studentenwerk Dresden
Additional Partners: Higher Education Institutions, International Offices