What is the QMUL Studienstiftung Scholarship
- It is a collaboration between QMUL and the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes (German Academic Scholarship Foundation). Queen Mary University of London+1
- It supports Masters level study at QMUL. Queen Mary University of London
- Only certain Masters‑programmes are eligible: those in the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences and the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. Engineering/Science programmes are not eligible. Queen Mary University of London+1
What the Scholarship Offers & Eligibility
Here are the benefits and the eligibility criteria as per current info:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Financial benefit | A 25% tuition fee discount on the overseas (i.e. non‑home) fee rate. Queen Mary University of London |
| Eligibility | You must meet Studienstiftung’s standards (academic excellence, etc.) and satisfy all entry requirements for the QMUL Masters programme you apply to. Queen Mary University of London |
| Programmes eligible | Only those within QMUL’s Humanities & Social Sciences, and Medicine & Dentistry faculties. Engineering & Science are excluded. Queen Mary University of London |
| Application process | You need to apply to Studienstiftung separately (via their own application) and also have (or apply for) the QMUL programme. QMUL course pages will show whether “Applications to QMUL can be made via the course pages” etc. Queen Mary University of London |
| Nationality / origin requirement | Since the Studienstiftung is a German academic foundation, typically one must have some connection to Germany or satisfy their criteria (often being German or having done school‑entrance exams there). The QMUL page hints the scholarship is for students eligible under Studienstiftung’s own rules. Queen Mary University of London |
What is Not Clearly Known / What to Check for 2026
- I did not find a QMUL page that explicitly states the deadline for the 2026 round of the Studienstiftung scholarship. Thus, you’ll need to check both QMUL’s “Scholarships” page and the Studienstiftung website.
- Also, it is not clear if QMUL has extended or changed the scholarship terms for 2026: e.g. number of awards, eligible programmes, coverage, or whether there are any additional benefits (mentorship etc.).
- Whether international students (non‑Germans) can apply will depend on whether you satisfy the Studienstiftung rules. Some German scholarship foundations have eligibility even for people with certain ties to Germany (e.g. school qualifications). But if you have none, you may not qualify. Confirm via Studienstiftung.
What to Do If You’re Interested
Here are steps to take if you want to go for this scholarship:
- Check Studienstiftung eligibility
Go to the Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes website and see if you satisfy their criteria (usually requiring high academic achievement, possibly German school qualification, etc.). - Pick an eligible QMUL Master’s programme
Ensure the programme is in one of the eligible faculties (Med & Dentistry, or Humanities & Social Sciences). On the QMUL website (course‑page) check if they accept Studienstiftung‐supported students. - Make your QMUL offer
Usually you need a conditional or unconditional offer from QMUL for the Masters programme. - Apply to the Studienstiftung
Do this via their own process. You might need to provide transcripts, letters of recommendation, possibly German proficiency or other documentation. - Monitor deadlines
Since 2026 deadlines are likely to follow a similar annual schedule, but may change, keep checking QMUL’s “Scholarships” pages and Studienstiftung’s site from early in the year (often Spring). - Prepare for academic excellence
Because this award is selective. Good grades, strong statement, possibly extracurricular or research experience will help.
