8 Fully Funded Doctoral positions at the University of Konstanz in Germany

Applications are now open for 8 fully funded Doctoral (PhD) positions at the Graduate School of the Social and Behavioural Sciences (GSBS) at the University of Konstanz in Germany. These positions start in October 2026. They focus on key areas in social and behavioural sciences, especially Macroeconomics (1 position) and The Politics of Inequality (7 positions).

The scholarships are fully funded — you get a paid job contract (usually TV-L E13 at 75% level, which means a good monthly salary for 3–4 years). There is no application fee. These positions are open to international applicants from all nationalities who have (or will soon complete) an outstanding Master’s degree in a relevant field.The deadline to apply is 15 April 2026. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Doctoral / PhD
• Host Country: Germany
• Host University: University of Konstanz
• Start Date: 1 October 2026
• Open to All Nationalities
• Funding Type: Fully funded
• Application Fee: None
• Program Language: English
• Application Deadline: 15 April 2026 (23:59 CET)

What This Scholarship Offers:

• A monthly salary through a work contract (no tuition fees to pay).
• Full enrollment in a top structured PhD program with high-quality training.
• Supervision by two professors and an external advisor who match your research topic.
• Access to courses, seminars, and research colloquia to build strong research skills.
• A supportive research community with professors, postdocs, and other PhD students.
• Opportunities for international research stays, conferences, and workshops.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Have an outstanding Master’s degree (completed or nearly finished) in a field relevant to the GSBS disciplines or specializations.
• Show strong motivation for research and a good background in research methods.
• Be proficient in English (proof needed, like IELTS, TOEFL).
• Have clear interest in the open positions, shown in your application papers.

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Programs Available:

• Psychology
• Statistics
• Linguistics
• Sociology
• Economics
• Politics and Public Administration
• Decision Sciences
• Inequality

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How to Apply:

1. Prepare all documents and merge them into one PDF file (max 6 MB) in this order:
   • Statement of Purpose (1 page, in English)
   • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
   • Educational documents (transcripts and degrees)
   • Proof of English proficiency
   • Title of your Master’s thesis
   • (For applicants from China, Mongolia, or Vietnam: APS certificate)
2. Get two letters of recommendation — your referees must send them separately by email to [email protected] before the deadline.
3. Apply online via the university portal:
   • For Macroeconomics position: Apply here
   • For Politics of Inequality positions: Apply here

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