Student research groups
The student research groups program at Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence enables student research groups to assume responsibility for their own academic project.
Students in bachelor’s, master’s, and Staatsexamen degree programs who wish to spearhead research projects in small groups of at least 2 people are eligible. There is a maximum of €10,000 per project. The project and funding period is limited to one year.
Information about the next call for applications
Who can apply?
Students at the University of Hamburg
Status of the funding measure
For projects starting in May 2025, applications must be submitted by 28 February 2025. Funding decisions are announced by the end of April 2025.
How often is funding offered?
Twice annually
More links
- Hub for Crossdisciplinary Learning (HCL)
- Call for applications (PDF, accessible for disabled individuals)
- Application form (PDF, accessible for disabled individuals)
- Financial plan (PDF, accessible for disabled individuals)
- Timeline (DOCX)
- Cover letter (DOCX, accessible for disabled individuals)
- FAQs (PDF, accessible for disabled individuals)
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