Barbara Huber Scholarship 2026
Fully Funded Research Scholarship in Law & Criminology in Germany
International legal research and academic collaboration partners
Host Country
• Germany
The Barbara Huber Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded research program hosted by the for outstanding international researchers in law and criminology.
The program supports advanced academic research in criminal law, public law, and criminology. It is designed for researchers who want to conduct independent, high-level research in a world-class academic environment in Germany.
Scholars benefit from close collaboration with leading experts, access to excellent research facilities, and participation in international academic networks focused on law, justice, and security studies.
Eligibility Criteria
• Open to applicants from all countries
• Must be affiliated with a recognized university or research institution
• PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and senior academics eligible
• Strong academic background in law, criminology, or related fields
• High-quality research proposal required
• Academic publications are an advantage
• Ability to conduct research in English or German
Funding / Scholarship Benefits
Fully funded support includes:
• Monthly stipend:
– €1,650 (PhD researchers)
– €2,700 (Postdoctoral researchers)
– €3,200 (Professors / senior researchers)
• Research stay funding (2–6 months)
• Travel and conference support within Europe
• Access to Max Planck Institute research facilities
• Collaboration with international legal scholars
• Academic networking opportunities
Programme Focus Areas
• Criminal Law
• Public Law
• Criminology
• Security Studies
• Legal Theory
• Justice and Policy Research
31 mei 2026