Stuttgart Software Engineering Scholarship 2025 | Fully Funded

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Applications are open for the University of Stuttgart Software Engineering Scholarship 2025, a fully funded PhD opportunity in Germany. The scholarship provides a competitive monthly stipend of €4,600 (based on the Bund E13 pay scale), along with tuition-free education for successful applicants.

This opportunity is hosted by the Software Lab (SOLA) at the University of Stuttgart, which focuses on advanced research at the intersection of software engineering, programming languages, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. The program seeks to develop innovative tools and methodologies for building dependable and high-performing software.

Selected PhD students will join a dynamic and international research group, contributing to impactful projects while enjoying access to top-tier academic resources and collaboration opportunities with leading global tech firms.

• Host Country: Germany

• Study Abroad: Study in Europe

• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships

• Eligible Countries: All Countries

• Reward: Full Scholarship | €4,600 monthly stipend

• IELTS Requirement: Not Required

• Deadline: Not Specified (Applications accepted on a rolling basis)

PhD students will work in a well-equipped and supportive environment with flexible academic pathways. The city of Stuttgart offers a high standard of living, scenic landscapes, and a strong intellectual culture, making it an ideal location for graduate study.

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Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the University of Stuttgart Software Engineering Scholarship, candidates must:

• Hold or be near completion of a master’s degree in computer science or a closely related field

• Demonstrate a desire to engage in high-level academic research leading to a PhD over 4–5 years

• Possess creativity and strong problem-solving skills

• Be passionate about coding and capable of managing large software projects

• Be comfortable reading and writing technical documentation in English

• Enjoy mentoring or collaborating with undergraduate students

• Show determination to work on long-term research with minimal public recognition

• Be open to presenting their work at conferences and to diverse audiences

Benefits of the Scholarship:

• Monthly salary of approximately €4,600 in the first year (Bund E13 scale)

• 40-hour work weeks and 30 paid vacation days per year

• Opportunities for research internships at top companies such as Google, Microsoft, and IBM

• Graduates secure competitive positions in academia and industry

• A collaborative and quality-focused research environment

• Access to the University of Stuttgart and CISPA—leading institutions in security and privacy research

• Based in Stuttgart, a city known for its quality of life and vibrant academic community

• English is the primary language in the lab; knowledge of German is optional

• Optional coursework available, but not mandatory for PhD candidates

How to Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates should follow the steps below:

• Visit the official SOLA Lab job portal

• Prepare your CV and academic transcripts

• Email your application materials to software.lab.phd@gmail.com

• Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Positions are filled as soon as qualified candidates are found

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For more information and to apply, visit: https://software-lab.org/jobs/PhD_opening.html