The programme enables academics from all over the world to undertake one-to-three-month research residencies at the Berlin institutions of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation (SPK). Funding is available for research projects, if they are related to the multi-faceted institutions of the Foundation. The programme primarily addresses foreign researchers, giving them the opportunity to work in the Foundation's museums, libraries and archives, make professional contacts and participate in the academic and cultural life of the SPK. The scholarship amounts vary depending on the candidates' qualifications. Academics with a first higher-education degree receive 1,300 EUR per month, whereas post-doctoral researchers or applicants with equivalent qualifications are granted 1,600 EUR each month. In addition, the sponsorship includes a one-off travel allowance of 500 EUR.
Please note: The Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation extended its fellowship programme by 20 additional places for refugee Ukrainian (and persecuted Russian/Belarusian) academics and librarians. More information on application deadlines and project requirements can be found on the website.

graduates, doctoral candidates and post-doctoral researchers whose research projects are related to the institutions of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation

a first higher-education degree at least

about 30

1 to 3 months

• candidates with a first higher-education degree: 1,300 EUR per month
• post-doctoral researchers or candidates with equivalent qualification: 1,600 EUR each month

In addition, a one-off travel allowance of 500 EUR may be granted.

Candidates are requested to directly apply at the institution of their choice. Please note that application deadlines differ. See the details on the participating institutions, information on the sponsorship programme and the relevant contacts here.

Application deadlines differ and may be requested at the individual institutions.