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Berlin Mathematical School Scholarships 2027


Country: Germany

University: Berlin Mathematical School – FU Berlin, HU Berlin and TU Berlin

Degree: Master's / PhD

Deadline: 2026-12-01


Description

The Berlin Mathematical School (BMS) Scholarships 2027 support outstanding students pursuing advanced studies and doctoral research in mathematics in Berlin. The BMS is a joint graduate school involving Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Technische Universität Berlin. For the 2027 intake, applicants can apply for Phase I, which corresponds to the BMS Master’s-level program, or Phase II, which is the doctoral research phase. The BMS offers a maximum of 10 Phase I scholarships per year, currently providing €1,000 per month for 1+18 months, with a possible extension. These scholarships are tax-free and do not include health insurance. Applicants entering Phase II must secure funding for at least three years. Funding can come from research projects, university positions, MATH+ projects, external scholarships or other research institutions. The BMS assists applicants in finding suitable funding opportunities. For applicants seeking admission with a Phase I scholarship, the 1 December 2026 deadline applies. The program is taught entirely in English, and applicants who do not qualify for an English-language exemption must provide accepted English proficiency evidence.


Benefits

  • €1
  • 000 monthly Phase I scholarship
  • Tax-free scholarship
  • Scholarship duration of 1+18 months
  • Possible extension
  • Support in finding PhD funding opportunities

Eligibility

  • Strong academic background in mathematics or related field
  • Bachelor’s degree for Phase I
  • Master’s degree or equivalent for Phase II
  • Minimum required academic standard
  • Meet English language requirements
  • Meet BMS and university admission requirements

Required Documents

  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV
  • University transcripts and degrees
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or accepted alternative where required)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Research statement for Phase II applicants
  • Official translations if documents are not in English or German


Programs Offered

  • BMS Phase I Master’s studies in Mathematics
  • BMS Phase II Doctoral Research in Mathematics

How to Apply

  • Create an account on the BMS online application portal
  • select the appropriate Phase
  • prepare the required academic and supporting documents
  • submit the application by the relevant deadline
  • and for Phase II applicants indicate desired BMS faculty members and funding needs

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