Scholarships

More women in science—this goal requires a comprehensive, long-term strategy that includes targeted support measures for young female scientists at various stages of their careers. Mainz University of Applied Sciences supports them on this journey from childhood and adolescence all the way to a professorship. Funded through the Professorinnenprogramm III, Mainz University of Applied Sciences provides financial support in the form of scholarships.

fem.prom Scholarship
Female doctoral candidates who are already under the supervision of Mainz University of Applied Sciences or who are seeking to pursue a doctoral degree there are eligible to apply for thefem.prom scholarship. Funding is provided for individual expenses such as travel costs or training/coaching sessions, as well as monthly stipends to cover basic living expenses.
In addition, networking meetings for female doctoral candidates are supported to foster exchange and mutual support. An application can be submitted by the supervisor. Eligible expenses include, for example, workshop fees, travel costs, and lodging expenses.

fem.prof Fellowship
Female early-career researchers employed at Mainz University of Applied Sciences can apply for thefem.prof Fellowship to receive support in meeting the requirements for applying to a professorship at a university of applied sciences. A prerequisite is a completed doctoral degree or an equivalent qualification, e.g., in the field of design. Funding is provided for individual activities such as presenting research findings, participating in academic conferences, or attending leadership training. In addition, applicants may request a student assistant for up to 10 hours per week. Furthermore, female professors who are (required to) engage in self-governance beyond their mandatory duties or who take on caregiving responsibilities may also receive a student assistant for up to 5 hours per week to provide support.