Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History 2026

The Heinz-Götze-Stiftung awards travel stipends once a term to MA and doctoral students enrolled at the Institute for East Asian Art History at Heidelberg University working on topics related to Chinese Art History. Students may apply to conduct fieldwork or visit collections abroad to conduct research connected to their thesis or dissertation.

• Table of Content
• About Heidelberg University
• Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History
• Aim and Benefits of Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History
• Requirements for Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History

Aim and Benefits of Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History

Research stays in the People's Republic of China, Taiwan, or Europe that are directly related to the MA or doctoral thesis are supported. Grants may also be awarded for participation in conferences or research trips to the USA.
The stipend can partially cover travel and accommodation costs. The maximum funding amount for MA students is €1,500, and €2,500 for doctoral students. The planned trips should, if possible, take place before the end of the semester.

Requirements for Heinz-Götze-Scholarship for Chinese Art History Qualification

To apply students must be enrolled at the institute and hold a BA degree.

Documents Required for Application

The following documents must be submitted:

• Cover letter (1 page)
• Short CV
• Project outline (maximum 2-3 pages, including a travel plan and timeline with specific information on museums, collections, universities, that will be visited)
• Budget including total sum of expected costs, amount you are applying for and supporting documents.
• Please note that meals (food and other consumables) cannot be included in the costs. Expenses for admission tickets, accommodation, and travel expenses (long-distance and local transport) are generally approved.

Check also:
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027
Global Korea Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Heidelberg University Scholarship webpage