NHR Graduate School PhD Scholarships – Fully Funded HPC Doctorates in Germany

The NHR Graduate School of the National High Performance Computing (NHR) Alliance annually awards up to nine fully funded PhD scholarships in areas such as high-performance computing (HPC), numerical simulation, AI and machine learning at top German universities across the country.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Fully funded for 36 months: Recipients receive a monthly stipend of €2,200 while completing their PhD.
• Access to world-class resources: Benefit from cutting-edge HPC infrastructure, workshops, mentoring, and career coaching.
• Research mobility: Includes a six-month secondment at another NHR center to foster collaboration and broaden expertise.

Who Should Apply

• Candidates with a Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics, natural sciences, or engineering.
• Eligible applicants from any nationality, provided they meet doctoral admission requirements at a German NHR center.
• Strong applicants in fields like AI/ML, computational fluid dynamics, data analytics, scientific modelling, and more.

Important Dates

• Application deadline: September 15, 2025
• Funding start date: April 1, 2026
• Funding end date: March 31, 2029

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

• Completed application form
• 1–2 page motivation letter
• 1–2 page research statement with preferred NHR centers
• Two-page CV
• Academic transcripts (English or German)
• Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL ≥79, IELTS ≥6.5, or CAE/CPE equivalents)
• Letters of recommendation sent by referees directly

Submit your application (max 10 MB PDF) via email with the reference “Application NHR Graduate School”.

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