High Stipend Biology PhD Scholarships in Germany
Doctoral research in Biology at institutes in Germany connects applied science with industry and public-sector partners. We list 7 high stipend programmes with a monthly stipend from €2,000. The median stipend among programmes with disclosed funding is €2,200/month.
7 programmes · typical stipend 2200 €/month
Filter Scholarships
Narrow institute PhD scholarships by name, country, field of study, stipend affordability band, institution type, and minimum monthly stipend. Choose a country or field and press Apply filters to open the matching catalog page. On the homepage, all other filters search the full institute catalog (paginated results).
-
LMU
The Prinzessin Therese von Bayern Chair of Systematics, Biodiversity and Evolution of Plants at LMU Munich invites applications for PhD positions. The chair focuses on plant systematics, evolution, and biodiversity, utilizing molecular phylogenetics, genomics, and herbarium collections.…Explore Scholarship -
UHH
PhD Scholarships at University of Hamburg
The University of Hamburg offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research opportunities in Germany. As a leading research university, it provides access to cutting-edge facilities and interdisciplinary…Explore Scholarship -
WWU
PhD Scholarships at University of Münster
The University of Münster offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly in life sciences and related fields, welcoming international applicants from around the world. As a leading German research university, it provides opportunities for…Explore Scholarship -
UR
PhD Scholarships at University of Regensburg for International Students
The University of Regensburg offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, welcoming international students from around the world. Located in Germany, the university emphasizes interdisciplinary research in natural sciences, with opportunities in biology, biotechnology, and…Explore Scholarship -
US
PhD Scholarships at University of Stuttgart
The University of Stuttgart offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research opportunities in Germany. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, the university provides structured PhD programs…Explore Scholarship -
JMU
PhD Scholarships at University of Würzburg
The University of Würzburg offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly through its Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS), which emphasizes interdisciplinary research in biology, biotechnology, and related fields. International students are highly encouraged…Explore Scholarship -
SGN
PhD Scholarships at Senckenberg Society for Nature Research
The Senckenberg Society for Nature Research (Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung) offers PhD scholarships for international students to conduct research in biodiversity, earth system science, and related fields. Senckenberg is one of the world's leading research institutions in…Explore Scholarship
Research in Biology (Germany)
Germany hosts a dense network of universities, Helmholtz centres, and Leibniz institutes with structured graduate schools and competitive doctoral salaries.
Typical funding on this page
We list 7 high stipend programmes with a monthly stipend from €2,000. The median stipend among programmes with disclosed funding is €2,200/month. Among programmes with a disclosed stipend, monthly grants range from €2,000 to €4,800.
Candidate requirements
Admission criteria are set by each institute and typically include a relevant master's degree (or equivalent), research fit with the advertised project, and English proficiency where required. Visa, residency and prior-degree recognition rules depend on Germany — confirm the official programme page before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of Biology PhD research is funded in Germany?
Programmes listed here are institute-level doctoral scholarships tagged with Biology. Research themes range from applied experiments to data-driven and translational projects depending on the host institute.
How much do Biology PhD scholarships pay in Germany?
Among the 7 programmes on this page, 7 publish a monthly stipend. The median grant is about €2,200/month; individual offers may be higher or lower.
What does “High Stipend” mean on this page?
This URL shows 7 programmes that match the “High Stipend” funding tier (monthly stipend from €2,000 where disclosed). It is a narrowed view of the broader country×field listing.
Who can apply to these programmes?
Each institute defines its own degree background, language and residency requirements. Open the programme listing for application deadlines and the official admission criteria.
How do I find related PhD scholarship categories?
Use the related links below to explore the same field in other countries, sibling disciplines in Germany, or alternate funding filters such as fully funded and high-stipend tiers.