Applications are now open for the Humboldt Residency Program 2027 in Germany. It will bring together Humboldtians, early career researchers, writers, artists, civil society activists, and social entrepreneurs. For this year, the topic is “Oceanic Horizons: The Future of our Blue Planet”. The German residency program provides an opportunity to explore new solutions collaboratively and share them with a broad audience. An international group of twelve participants will be selected making it a highly competitive program.
The fully funded program will run for six weeks from June – October 2027 including both online and in-person meetings. It will begin with a virtual meeting on June 29, then a Two-week residency on August 2 – 13, 2027 at the Cultural Foundation Schloss Wiepersdorf. Later a four-week Residency and two trips in Berlin from August 13 – September 10, 2027. At the end, on October 26, 2027, there will be a virtual wrap-up event. Selected participants will receive a monthly allowance, travel allowance for the trip, and accommodation for 6 weeks. They will also receive a budget for arranging public event formats or end-of-year output.
During the residency in Germany, participants will meet daily in shared working spaces which will allow them to know about each other’s work across different backgrounds. Participants will communicate their messages through debates, media appearances, bar talks, interactive workshops, blog and social media posts, or publications. By attending the residency program 2027, participants will also get a chance to connect with stakeholders in Germany and internationally. Apply now before the applications get closed.
Humboldt Residency Program 2027 in Germany (Fully Funded)
Host Country:
- Germany
Host Organisation:
- The Humboldt Foundation
Program Location:
- Brandenburg and Berlin
Program Duration:
- 6 weeks
Benefits of Humboldt Residency Program 2027 in Germany:
- Participants will receive a monthly allowance during the six-week residency period.
- The program includes travel allowance for the trip to and from Germany.
- Participants will get accommodation at Schloss Wiepersdorf for 2 weeks and at an apart-hotel in Berlin for 4 weeks.
- Participants will get a budget for arranging public event formats or end-of-year output.
- The program will provide support to the participants for arranging accommodation for their families and childcare facilities.
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Eligibility Criteria for Humboldt Residency Program 2027 in Germany:
- Candidates should be available throughout the entire residency program from August 2 to September 10, 2027.
- Applicants from all academic disciplines who can prove a relevant connection to the annual theme are eligible to apply.
- Applicants with innovative or creative approaches are encouraged to apply.
The participants selected will be:
- 5 Alumni of the Humboldt Foundation who have relevant academic or professional expertise related to the annual theme.
- They should not be receiving funding in another foundation’s programs at the start of the residency.
- They should hold an academic position and must not be currently based in Germany.
- 3 Early Career Researchers who have previous experience in science communication.
- They should either currently be pursuing their PhD or have completed their PhD less than four years ago at the start of the residency.
- They should hold an academic position and must not be currently based in Germany.
- Candidates should have a clear academic profile related to the annual theme.
- 4 Civil Society Practitioners who can show a connection to the annual theme through their previous work.
- They should have the potential to spread the ideas generated during the residency.
- Candidates should be either creatives including journalists, authors, filmmakers, curators, artists or designers.
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- Practitioners including people working in politics, social entrepreneurs, representatives of social or political campaigns or NGOs, or consultants.
- Candidates should not currently hold an academic position.
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How to apply for Humboldt Residency Program 2027 in Germany?
- First create a new account.
- Log in to fill out the online application form.
- Select the category that applies to you.
- Enter your personal information.
- Provide details of the institution at which you are currently working.
- Provide contact details.
- Mention your field of expertise.
- Write your relevant experience.
- Answer other questions asked in the form.
- Select how did you find about this opportunity.
- Read carefully and then agree to the terms and conditions.
- Upload the application documents.
- Submit your form.
Documents required for Humboldt Residency Program 2027 in Germany:
- CV.
- Introduction video.
Program Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 14 December, 2026.
