DAAD-PROMOS
You can always apply for a PROMOS scholarship at the beginning of a semester. The application deadline for stays starting June 2024 is Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Please note:
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The funding of stays in the Russian Federation and Belarus is currently suspended.
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Due to severe budget-cuts in the programme, study trips in 2024 can only be funded with a maximum of 50% of the amount that is eligible to apply for. It is therefore essential to explore options for (co-)funding already in the planning phase and to use alternative funding instruments, if necessary. Study trips within Erasmus countries can be funded via Erasmus+ Blended Mobility.
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Starting in 2025, only excursions outside of Europe/outside the Erasmus+ programme countries can be funded through PROMOS. If you are planning a stay in an Erasmus+ partner/programme country, please contact us about funding opportunities via Erasmus+ Blended Mobility at: europa-aaa@admin.uni-giessen.de.
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The PROMOS programme is advertised twice a year:
The first call for applications refers to stays in the first half of the year. Application period: Start of winter semester until mid-December.
The second call refers to stays in the second half of the year. Application period: Start of summer semester until beginning of June.
Please check which call for applications applies to your planned project and submit your application accordingly.
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) finances the PROMOS programme. The programme grants scholarships that support study-related stays abroad in countries that are not part of the
Erasmus+ programme
. The monthly funding rates currently amount to 350 €, 450 € or 550 €, depending on the country. Click
here
to find out the current funding rate for your target country.
Please note that due to budget cuts, only partial monthly grants are normally awarded towards accommodation costs.
Applications are open to all enrolled students who are pursuing a degree at JLU and are planning a stay abroad.
Enrolled doctoral students can only apply for winter and summer schools.
The PROMOS programme funds study-related stays abroad of up to 4 months in the following funding lines:
1. Study visits for countries outside the Erasmus programme countries (min. 1 month to max. 4 months)
The programme funds study visits to universities for a duration of up to four months. Applications from free movers will also be taken into consideration. Applicants require confirmation of the host university at the time of application.
2. Internships abroad outside the Erasmus programme countries (min. 4 weeks to max. 4 months)
The programme funds internships abroad, e.g. at schools, universities, hospitals, research institutions, NGOs, private companies, etc.
Applicants require confirmation of the host institution at the time of application.
3. Research projects to prepare the BA or MA thesis (worldwide) (min. 1 month to max. 4 months)
The programme funds research activities abroad that have the purpose of completing the bachelor's or master's thesis at universities, research institutions or companies around the world , including countries that are part of the Erasmus programme . Applicants require confirmation of the host institution at the time of application. The supervisor of the thesis must explicitly support the research project abroad.
4. Winter and summer schools / specialized courses worldwide
The programme funds the participation in specialized courses, including countries that are part of the Erasmus programme . At the time of the application, applicants require confirmation about their participation in the according winter or summer school. Doctoral students of all disciplines can also apply for this funding line.
Here you will find a list of all current winter and summer schools at partner universities of JLU.
Please submit your complete application digitally, as a single PDF file (last name, first name_type of stay_current study programme.pdf) only during the respective application period and within the deadline. Please send your application to: promos-aaa@admin.uni-giessen.de .
Application documents (to be submitted as a single PDF file in the order as listed below):
- Enrollment Certificate of JLU
- Online application ( Please select the correct application form "Application for a PROMOS scholarship", otherwise your application will be automatically excluded from the selection procedure).
- letter of motivation (in German or English, approx. 1-2 DIN A4 page/s)
- curriculum vitae without photo
- Flex-Now printout (if applicable, other proof of previous academic achievements) and copy of the Bachelor's certificate (for Master's students)
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Language certificate (you are welcome to use the
offer of the ZfbK for DAAD language tests
).
Language certificates can be submitted until June 20, 2024, but only of you have already registered for a test by the deadline, June 6, 2024.
Please pay attention to the specified order of the documents to be submitted and use the
Checklist
to make sure your application is complete.
For study-related visits, please also submit the following:
- Confirmation of the semester abroad at the host university. For stays at partner universities of JLU, confirmation of the nomination by the exchange representative or programme officer is sufficient.
For internships, please also submit the following:
- Internship confirmation letter from the host institution including the specific duration of the internship, language of instruction and salary, if applicable.
For final theses, please also submit the following:
- Informal letter from your supervisor at JLU confirming your thesis
- Letter of invitation from the host institution stating a specific time period
- Detailed work plan of the tasks during the time abroad with a focus on the preparation of the final thesis
For winter and summer schools, please also submit the following:
- Master's certificate (only for doctoral students)
- Certificate of study or acceptance confirmation from the doctoral committee (copy or scan is sufficient)
- Acceptance confirmation from the host institution with details of the type, duration, content, working language, fees and conditions for participation of the selected course (please attach the course agenda including the enrolment fees)
- Proof of the amount of credit points that can be earned in the specialised course (please discuss recognition with your department)
Late applications can only be accepted by prior arrangement. If, at the time of application, you have not yet received confirmation of acceptance from the host institution, e.g. because the procedure has not yet been opened or completed, please inform us by e-mail before submitting your application documents .
Please do not hesitate to make use of our information and advice services, e.g. the PROMOS information event, to clarify any open questions in advance.
How are the scholarship holders selected?
An internal selection committee of the International Office decides on the awarding of the scholarships in a quality-controlled selection process.
Which criteria are considered in the selection process?
- Submitting a formally correct and complete application wihtin the deadline
- Conclusive and appropriate presentation of (academic!) motivation / selection of country and host institution
- Academic achievements
- Language skills, intercultural and linguistic preparation of stay (intercultural training, etc.)
- Personal suitability / commitment
- Sustainability aspects (transportation, on-site transportation, accommodation, etc).
In order to increase equal opportunities within the framework of the DAAD-PROMOs-programme, the DAAD provides additional grants for people with disabilities or chronic illnesses.
In order to secure an additional grant, an application for subsidy must be submitted per person and per mobility measure. As a subsidy grant, a maximum of 10,000 EUR can be provided for a period of up to six months to cover the additional expenditure (including expenditure for a possible accompanying person).
Persons with a degree of disability (GdB) of at least 50 or a chronic illness who participate in a mobility are eligible to apply for extra funding. Please get in contact with us very early, if you wish to apply. Please also note that you first have to be selected for a PROMOS-grant in order to be eligible to apply for extra funding.
Please find detailed information on mobility with a disability or chronic illness here .
What does the PROMOS scholarship support ?
Starting in 2025, only excursions outside of Europe/outside the Erasmus+ programme countries can be funded through PROMOS. If you are planning a stay in an Erasmus+ partner/programme country, please contact us about funding opportunities via Erasmus+ Blended Mobility at: europa-aaa@admin.uni-giessen.de.
Study trips by groups of JLU students and/or doctoral candidates for as long as 12 days abroad. In addition, one university lecturer can be supported as an accompanying person.
The grant amounts to a daily allowance of € 45 per person.
An internal selection committee of the International Office decides on the allocation of the funds in a quality-controlled selection process. The selection committee will decide on the amount of funding for study trips depending on the quality and number of applications.
The PROMOS programme supports, among other things, the expansion and further development of existing cooperations. For this reason, study trips to partner universities and the involvement of partner institutions are given special consideration.
Who can submit an application for funding?
University professors and scientific staff of JLU are eligible to apply for funding. Applications by retired university teachers can only be funded in exceptional cases and for a maximum of two years after retirement.
The following criteria will be considered :
- Imparting subject-related knowledge
- Integration into the curriculum (technical preparation and follow-up of the excursion)
- Academic achievements and performance of the students on site
- Recognition of activities within the curriculum
- Intercultural preparation and follow-up of the study trip
- Opportunity to meet students and scientists on site
- Intensification or consolidation of existing cooperations or initiation of new cooperations
- Use of sustainable options in terms of transportation (arrival and departure or on-site transportation), accommodation, etc.
- Acquisition of further funds for the implementation of the excursion (e.g.: QSL)
Application documents :
- Form
- Detailed description of the study trip, including timetable and presentation of the content-related and cultural preparation and follow-up of the study trip (1-3 pages)
- List of participants
- List of accompanying persons
- Financing plan with an overview of planned expenses and additionally acquired financial resources (department, QSL etc.)
Please submit the complete application digitally, as a single PDF file only during the above-mentioned application period and by the deadline. Please send your application to: promos-aaa@admin.uni-giessen.de.
Generally, applicants receive feedback from the selection committee in late February or late July. If you have been selected for a PROMOS scholarship, you will receive the grant confirmation and other important information by e-mail.
Next steps:
1. Before your stay abroad:
The first document you need to submit is the DAAD Grant Agreement , which you will receive in a personalised version along with your acceptance e-mail. Please note the deadline in your acceptance e-mail!
By filling out the DAAD Grant Agreement , you agree to submit all documents required for the payment of the grant to JLU's International Office in due form and time. Furthermore, you commit to pass courses that amount to at least 15 ECTS (only in case of semester abroad; the conversion of earned credits will be taken into account). In addition, you agree to return the scholarship completely or in part if you prematurely terminate your stay abroad or fail to comply with regulations.
2. During your stay abroad:
Within the first week of your stay abroad , you must have a Certificate of Arrival (CoA) signed by your contact person at the host institution (International Office, internship coordinator, etc.). Please send the signed document to us by e-mail .
If you are doing an exchange semester, please also submit a Learning Agreement with your Certificate of Arrival at the latest.
Please note that your scholarship can only be paid if you have submitted a Certificate of Arrival .
Note: If there is no possibility to get a confirmation of your stay on site, please contact us .
At the end of your stay , please have a contact person sign the Certificate of Departure (CoD) and submit it by e-mail no later than one week after your return. Should the total period of time you spent abroad differ from the one you gave in the CoA, we will have to re-calculate the grant and check whether you have to return a part of the scholarship.
3. After your stay abroad:
At the latest four weeks after the end of your stay abroad, you must submit a final report . The final report should be a maximum of three A4 pages long.
In the detailed report, please provide information on:
- preparation (planning, organization and application at the host institution).
- Accommodation
- studies at the host university, experiences from internship or research stay
- daily life and free time
- conclusion (best and worst experience)
All grant holders within the category study abroad must submit their Transcript of Records at the end of their stay.
We will issue your Grant Certificate as soon as your documents are complete. In doing so, your participation in the PROMOS programme will be successfully completed.
We wish you a successful project abroad!
1. How much is the PROMOS scholarship?
A PROMOS scholarship usually consists of a monthly allowance depending on the country of your stay abroad. The lump sums are the same for all types of mobility. Depending on the number of applicants each year, the best applications might receive a travel allowance.
2. How long can my stay be funded?
Semester abroad: 1 month to max. 4 months
Internship: 4 weeks to max. 4 months
Final thesis: 1 month to max. 4 months
Specialised courses (summer/winter school): 1 week to max. 6 weeks
3. Does the PROMOS grant also cover tuition fees?
No, the PROMOS programme does not cover tuition fees . If you go to a partner university of JLU you will not have to pay tuition fees.
4. Is it possible to apply if the stay abroad to be funded has already been completed?
No. At the time of the application deadline, the stay abroad has to be still in process.
5. What language certificates are accepted for a PROMOS application?
DAAD language certificates , TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, UNicert, Cambridge, DELE, DELF, PTE. GCE A - levels (Abitur) and other proofs of language skills obtained during school are not accepted.
6. How old may the language certificate be?
Not older than 4 years.
7. What level must I achieve in the language certificate?
You do not need to achieve a certain level, but the results will be taken into account when evaluating your application.
8. How do I confirm my stay abroad?
The confirmation can be either an e-mail or a letter from the Host University or JLU confirming that you have been selected for a semester abroad.
9. Is it possible to apply for a PROMOS internship in another EU country?
No. Only internships (including PJ) in countries that are not part of the Erasmus+ programme and with a duration of 4 weeks to 4 months can be funded.
10. Is it necessary to be enrolled at the host university during the internship?
No, this is not a requirement for PROMOS funding, but you have to be enrolled at JLU for the entire period of application and the project abroad.
11. Do I have to be enrolled at a host university / host institution to write my thesis?
No, this is not a requirement for PROMOS funding; see question 10.
12. Can funding be provided for stays that are advertised for funding by other, specific DAAD programmes?
Under certain circumstances. You must always apply to the appropriate DAAD programme first, e.g. "Teaching International" or "Short Scholarships for Internships Abroad". If you are rejected from the relevant DAAD programme, your stay may be eligible for PROMOS funding. Information on other DAAD scholarship programmes can be found here: DAAD funding programmes .
13. Can conference participations be funded with PROMOS?
No. There is another DAAD programme that funds conference participations. Please contact DAAD for more information.