Future Fellows
Calls for applications for the following academic year are usually published in May, with a submission deadline in mid-July.
Application faq for interested candidates
To support applicants unfamiliar with German application standards, this document provides detailed guidance on preparing the required documents for a fellowship application.
1. What documents are required for the application?
Your application must include the following:
Application Form: Complete the online application form available HERE.
Cover Letter: A concise introduction of your background, motivation for applying, and how your research aligns with the centre’s goals.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed CV listing your academic achievements, work experience, awards, and relevant qualifications.
List of Publications: A comprehensive list of your academic publications, if applicable.
Exposé: A focused document (max. 5 pages) detailing your research project.
2. What should the cover letter include?
The cover letter should:
highlight your academic and professional background.
explain your interest in the fellowship and its relevance to your research.
outline how your research aligns with the themes of the Käte Hamburger Research Centre global dis:connect.
specify the preferred duration of your stay (6 to 12 months) and your desired start date (1 September or 1 October, or 1 March or 1 April for 6-month stays).
3. What is an exposé, and how should I prepare it?
The exposé is a critical component of your application, providing an overview of your research project. It should be well-structured, clear, and focused, demonstrating the feasibility and relevance of your project. The exposé should include:
Title: A clear and descriptive title for your project.
Introduction: Briefly introduce the research topic, its significance, and its relevance to the centre’s themes of globalisation and dis:connectivity.
Research Questions: Outline the specific questions you aim to address.
Methodology: Describe the methods or approaches you will use to answer your research questions.
Objectives: Clarify the goals and expected outcomes of your research.
Relation to the Centre: Elaborate on how your project connects to the centre’s thematic focus, including any interdisciplinary aspects.
Timeline: Provide an approximate timeline for completing your research during the fellowship.
4. How should I format my CV?
Begin with your name and contact information.
Include sections for education, professional experience, research activities, awards, and languages.
Highlight experiences or achievements relevant to the fellowship.
5. How should I format my list of publications?
Use a standard citation format (e.g., APA, MLA, or Chicago) to list books, articles, and other works.
If the list is extensive, prioritize publications relevant to the fellowship’s themes.
6. What additional information is important to know?
Eligibility: Applications are open to post-doctoral and senior researchers from the humanities and social sciences.
Residence: Fellows are required to reside in Munich during the fellowship.
Participation: Active participation in the centre’s events is mandatory.
Language: While knowledge of German is not required, fluency in English is essential for communication and collaboration.
7. How should I submit my application?
After completing the online application form, combine all other documents (cover letter, CV, list of publications, exposé) into a single PDF file. Send this file to applications.gdc@lmu.de.
8. How are fellows selected?
Applications are reviewed by the board of directors and the advidsory board based on:
The quality and originality of the research proposal.
The relevance of the project to the centre’s themes.
The applicant’s academic achievements and interdisciplinary outlook.
1. What documents are required for the application?
Your application must include the following:
Application Form: Complete the online application form available HERE.
Cover Letter: A concise introduction of your background, motivation for applying, and how your research aligns with the centre’s goals.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed CV listing your academic achievements, work experience, awards, and relevant qualifications.
List of Publications: A comprehensive list of your academic publications, if applicable.
Exposé: A focused document (max. 5 pages) detailing your research project.
2. What should the cover letter include?
The cover letter should:
highlight your academic and professional background.
explain your interest in the fellowship and its relevance to your research.
outline how your research aligns with the themes of the Käte Hamburger Research Centre global dis:connect.
specify the preferred duration of your stay (6 to 12 months) and your desired start date (1 September or 1 October, or 1 March or 1 April for 6-month stays).
3. What is an exposé, and how should I prepare it?
The exposé is a critical component of your application, providing an overview of your research project. It should be well-structured, clear, and focused, demonstrating the feasibility and relevance of your project. The exposé should include:
Title: A clear and descriptive title for your project.
Introduction: Briefly introduce the research topic, its significance, and its relevance to the centre’s themes of globalisation and dis:connectivity.
Research Questions: Outline the specific questions you aim to address.
Methodology: Describe the methods or approaches you will use to answer your research questions.
Objectives: Clarify the goals and expected outcomes of your research.
Relation to the Centre: Elaborate on how your project connects to the centre’s thematic focus, including any interdisciplinary aspects.
Timeline: Provide an approximate timeline for completing your research during the fellowship.
4. How should I format my CV?
Begin with your name and contact information.
Include sections for education, professional experience, research activities, awards, and languages.
Highlight experiences or achievements relevant to the fellowship.
5. How should I format my list of publications?
Use a standard citation format (e.g., APA, MLA, or Chicago) to list books, articles, and other works.
If the list is extensive, prioritize publications relevant to the fellowship’s themes.
6. What additional information is important to know?
Eligibility: Applications are open to post-doctoral and senior researchers from the humanities and social sciences.
Residence: Fellows are required to reside in Munich during the fellowship.
Participation: Active participation in the centre’s events is mandatory.
Language: While knowledge of German is not required, fluency in English is essential for communication and collaboration.
7. How should I submit my application?
After completing the online application form, combine all other documents (cover letter, CV, list of publications, exposé) into a single PDF file. Send this file to applications.gdc@lmu.de.
8. How are fellows selected?
Applications are reviewed by the board of directors and the advidsory board based on:
The quality and originality of the research proposal.
The relevance of the project to the centre’s themes.
The applicant’s academic achievements and interdisciplinary outlook.
We hope this guide helps clarify the application process and assists you in submitting a strong application. Good luck!
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