The list of external funding organisations is very long. Thorough research is required, taking into account both individual circumstances and the chosen research topic. We recommend using scholarship databases to search specifically for suitable funding opportunities or special grants.

The Graduate Research School offers BTU doctoral candidates grants for conference participation and short research stays as well as a limited number of doctoral scholarships. Further information on the funding instruments, application requirements and deadlines can be found on the Graduate Research School website. Subscribe to the newsletter if you would like to receive regular information about current calls for applications.

The Equal Opportunities Office supports researchers with short-term fellowships, travel grants or printing and publication grants. Here you can find out about availability, application periods and requirements for the grant.

A part-time job can be a good way to top up your income. Please note that a part-time job may affect your health insurance, nursing care, unemployment and pension insurance, income tax liability, and other benefits, such as scholarships. The BTU Career Centre offers employee positions, numerous part-time jobs, working student positions, internships and regional and national graduate positions in its extensive online job exchange.