Bayer Foundation Scientific Fellowships 2025 | €10,000 Research Funding for Master’s & PhD Students

Bayer Foundation Scientific Fellowships 2025 – Study & Research Abroad with €10,000 Funding

Looking for an opportunity to take your research and studies global? The Bayer Foundation Scientific Fellowships 2025 are now open, offering master's, PhD, and medical students a chance to gain international research experience — fully funded! These prestigious fellowships, offered by the Bayer Foundation in Germany, are designed to help young scientists enhance their academic and professional paths by supporting research projects, internships, and placements abroad.

What Are Bayer Scientific Fellowships?

The Bayer Foundation fellowships aim to complement ongoing degree programs by supporting short-term international placements. Whether you’re a master’s student in pharmacy or a PhD candidate in climate and health, Bayer provides the financial backing and resources to boost your research journey.

With funding of up to €10,000, students can pursue internships, research projects, and more, without financial burden. The best part? These fellowships can be combined with other funding sources, giving you the flexibility to maximize your learning experience.

Fields of Fellowship

The Bayer Foundation offers fellowships across diverse areas:

Drug Discovery Sciences: For MSc or PhD students in pharmacy, natural sciences, or data science, focusing on pharma and consumer healthcare innovation.
Agricultural Sciences: Open to master’s and PhD students in relevant sciences (including data science) tied to the Crop Science industry.
Medical Sciences: For students in human or veterinary medicine or fields like medical engineering and public health.
Climate and Health: Ideal for those researching public health, women’s health, respiratory or tropical diseases, especially within vulnerable populations.

Key Benefits

Up to €10,000 in funding for six months
International exposure for students enrolled in German and non-German universities
Support for research projects, internships, or study visits
Open to students from any nationality with a strong commitment to scientific innovation
Can be combined with other scholarships or grants

Eligibility Criteria

Open to Master’s, PhD, and medical students (no undergraduates or postdocs)
Students outside Germany must complete their placements within Germany
Students studying in Germany will undertake their fellowship abroad
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be fluent in English
- Show a strong academic and research interest in one of the eligible areas
- Apply only once per call

Timeline

Applications Open: Ongoing
Deadline: 11 April 2025
Notification of Results: By 23 June 2025
Fellowship Duration: 6 months

Required Documents

Acceptance letter from your chosen host institution
Two letters of recommendation
Academic transcripts and certificates
Short video (1 minute) explaining your motivation
Letter of acceptance for upcoming study program (if applicable)

Application Process

Visit the official Bayer Foundation Fellowship page (or use the "Apply Now" link).
Review all the eligibility criteria and prepare your documents.
Submit your application in English before the deadline.
Wait for results by June 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply