BAYER FOUNDATION (BAYER-STIFTUNG)
Bayer Foundation Fellowships
partial · masters, phd
- Up to ~€10,000 (est.)Funding per fellow
- Up to 6 monthsFellowship duration
- 4 fellowship categoriesProgramme options
- Master's, PhD, medical studentsLevels covered
- All nationalitiesOpen globally
- International exchangeResearch mobility
At a glance
partial
Funding
€10k
Max amount
Apr 11, 2027
Deadline
All countries (students of all nationalities)
Country
Bayer Foundation (Bayer-Stiftung)
Provider
The Bayer Foundation Fellowships support research placements for students in scientific disciplines, with up to 10,000 EUR in funding per fellow for placements lasting up to 6 months. The programme is run by the Bayer Foundation (Bayer-Stiftung) and is open to Master's, PhD, and medical students worldwide who want to undertake a research project, internship, or international study placement linked to a German university or institution. There are 4 named fellowships: Drug Discovery Sciences (pharmacy, data science, and related fields); Agricultural Science (agriculture, crop science, and data science); Medical Sciences (human and veterinary medicine, medical engineering, and public health); and the Climate and Health fellowship (medicine, pharmacy, epidemiology, and natural sciences), focusing on areas such as women's health, cardio-renal health, neglected tropical diseases, and respiratory health. The exchange direction is fixed: German students must go abroad, and non-German students must conduct their research in Germany. The Foundation encourages applications from women, students from low-income countries, parents, and non-German speakers in Germany. Applications run online during a set period, typically February to April. Because the funding amount, fellowship categories, and exact application window can change each year, confirm the current 2026/2027 details and deadline on the official Bayer Foundation page before you apply.
What's covered
- Fellowship funding — Funding of up to about €10,000 per student (est.) to support a research project, internship, or international study placement.
- Research placement — Support for a placement lasting up to 6 months, with German students going abroad and non-German students conducting research in Germany.
- Internships and projects — Coverage for research projects, internships, and international placements in pharmaceutical, agricultural, medical, or climate sciences.
- International exchange — An international research exchange experience that connects fellows with leading research institutions and the Bayer Foundation network.
- Career development — Support that enhances academic and professional growth through hands-on research at German universities and institutions.
How to apply
Applications are made online through the official Bayer Foundation digital portal during the published application period, which usually runs from February to April.
- Choose your fellowship — Select the fellowship category that fits your field: Drug Discovery Sciences, Agricultural Science, Medical Sciences, or Climate and Health.
- Confirm eligibility — Check that you are a Master's, PhD, or medical student in an eligible discipline and that your placement meets the mobility requirement.
- Prepare your documents — Assemble your completed application form, academic transcripts, research proposal, and reference letters.
- Submit through the portal — Apply online through the official Bayer Foundation digital portal during the application window of around 14 February to 11 April 2026 (est.).
- Await the decision — Wait for the Foundation's review and selection outcome, and respond to any follow-up requests for information.
Eligibility
Level of studyOpen to Master's, PhD, and medical students worldwide.
Field of studyStudies in pharmaceutical, agricultural, medical, or climate sciences, depending on the chosen fellowship category.
Mobility requirementGerman students must go abroad for their placement; non-German students must conduct their research in Germany.
Encouraged applicantsApplications are particularly encouraged from women, students from low-income countries, parents with caregiving responsibilities, and non-German speakers based in Germany.
The fellowship is open to students of all nationalities. The four categories are Drug Discovery Sciences, Agricultural Science, Medical Sciences, and the Climate and Health fellowship; choose the one that matches your field.
Eligible countries
All countries (students of all nationalities)
Deadlines
2026/2027 fellowship cycle~11 April 2026 (est.)
Selection
The Bayer Foundation reviews applications on the strength of the research proposal, academic record, references, and fit with the chosen fellowship's scientific focus. Selected fellows receive up to about EUR 10,000 (est.) for their placement, and the Foundation actively encourages diversity among applicants, including women, students from low-income countries, and parents.
Verified sources
- Bayer Foundation - Fellowship Programbayer-foundation.comofficial
About the provider
The Bayer Foundation (Bayer-Stiftung) is the philanthropic foundation of the German company Bayer, supporting science, education, and social innovation. Its fellowship programme funds research placements, internships, and international study for Master's, PhD, and medical students at German universities and institutions and abroad.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the Bayer Foundation Fellowships?
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Master's, PhD, and medical students of all nationalities pursuing studies in pharmaceutical, agricultural, medical, or climate sciences.
How much funding do the fellowships provide?
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Up to about €10,000 per student (est.) for a research project, internship, or international study placement; confirm the current amount officially.
Are the fellowships fully funded?
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They provide a partial grant of up to about €10,000 toward a placement of up to 6 months rather than covering a full degree.
How long do the fellowships last?
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Each fellowship lasts up to six months.
What fellowship categories are available?
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Four categories: Drug Discovery Sciences, Agricultural Science, Medical Sciences, and the Climate and Health fellowship.
What is the mobility requirement?
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German students must go abroad for their placement, while non-German students must conduct their research in Germany.
Which fields does the Climate and Health fellowship cover?
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Medicine, pharmacy, epidemiology, and natural sciences, with research on women's health, cardio-renal health, neglected tropical diseases, and respiratory health.
Who is encouraged to apply?
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The Foundation especially encourages women, students from low-income countries, parents with caregiving responsibilities, and non-German speakers based in Germany.
What documents do I need?
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A completed application form, academic transcripts, a research proposal, and reference letters.
When is the application deadline?
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The application period runs around 14 February to 11 April 2026 (est.); confirm the exact dates on the official page.
How do I apply?
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Apply online through the official Bayer Foundation digital portal during the published application period.
Where can I verify the latest details?
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On the official Bayer Foundation fellowship pages linked in the sources section.