Data Science PhD Scholarships in Germany

Doctoral research in Data Science at institutes in Germany connects applied science with industry and public-sector partners. You will find 12 institute-level doctoral funding opportunities on this page, including 12 with a published monthly stipend. Listed programmes with a disclosed stipend show a typical monthly grant of around €2,100.

12 programmes · typical stipend 2100 €/month

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AGILE

PhD Scholarships at AGILE Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences, Production Ecology and Resource Conservation, Sustainable Development and Rural Innovation

4,000 €/month

The AGILE Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) offers fully funded PhD positions for international students across Europe. This network focuses on training early-stage researchers in smart agriculture, digital transformation, and sustainable food systems. With 15+ beneficiaries f…
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KIT

PhD Scholarships at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Data Science, Earth Science

3,100 €/month

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) offers fully funded PhD positions for international students across its 11 Helmholtz Research Schools and numerous graduate programs. KIT combines a university and a large-scale research institution, providing cutting-edge facilities in…
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TI

PhD Scholarships at Thünen Institute of Rural Studies

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Data Science, Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture, Production Ecology and Resource Conservation

2,700 €/month

The Thünen Institute of Rural Studies, part of the Johann Heinrich von Thünen Institute in Germany, offers PhD scholarships focused on rural development, agricultural economics, and sustainable land use. These opportunities are particularly accessible to international students,…
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IPK

PhD Scholarships at Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK Gatersleben)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Data Science, Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences

2,200 €/month

The Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK Gatersleben) offers exciting PhD scholarships for international students passionate about plant genetics and crop improvement. Located in Germany, IPK is a leading research institution focused on…
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UB

PhD Scholarships at University of Bremen

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Data Science, Earth Science

2,200 €/month

The University of Bremen offers a range of PhD opportunities designed to attract international talent from around the world. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, the university provides funded PhD positions in fields such as biology,…
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UP

PhD Scholarships at University of Potsdam

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Data Science, Earth Science, Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture, Scientific Computing

2,200 €/month

The University of Potsdam offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly in scientific fields that attract international talent. As a vibrant research university in Germany, it provides opportunities for doctoral candidates to engage in…
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MPIPZ

PhD Scholarships at Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Animal Sciences, Data Science, Plant Sciences

2,100 €/month

The Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research (MPIPZ) in Cologne, Germany, offers fully funded PhD scholarships through its International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) and individual research group positions. These programs focus on cutting-edge plant sciences,…
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SGN

PhD Scholarships at Senckenberg Society for Nature Research

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Bioinformatics, Biology, Data Science, Earth Science

2,000 €/month

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…
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FAU

PhD Scholarships at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Bioinformatics, Biology, Data Science, Earth Science

1,800 €/month

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) offers a range of PhD scholarships and funded positions, particularly appealing to international students seeking advanced research opportunities in Germany. As one of Germany's leading research universities, FAU emphasizes interdiscipli…
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IAMO

PhD Scholarships at Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO)

Plants & crops

Germany

Agricultural Sciences, Data Science, Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture, Food Sciences

1,500 €/month

The Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO) offers PhD scholarships focused on agricultural economics and rural development in transitioning regions, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and China. As a leading research…
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UMA

PhD Scholarships at the University of Mannheim

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Data Science, Economic and Social Sciences Related to Agriculture, Scientific Computing

1,500 €/month

The University of Mannheim offers prestigious PhD scholarships through its Graduate School of Economic and Social Sciences (GESS), providing opportunities for international students to pursue doctoral research in fields like economics, business, and social sciences. Emphasizing global…
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EKUT

PhD Scholarships at University of Tübingen (Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen)

Data & digital agriculture

Germany

Bioinformatics, Biology, Data Science, Earth Science

1,400 €/month

The University of Tübingen, one of Germany's oldest and most prestigious universities, offers a range of PhD scholarships for international students across multiple disciplines. Doctoral researchers can pursue degrees through structured graduate programs or individual supervision. The…
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Research in Data Science (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

You will find 12 institute-level doctoral funding opportunities on this page, including 12 with a published monthly stipend. Among programmes with a disclosed stipend, monthly grants range from €1,400 to €4,000.

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 Data Science PhD research is funded in Germany?

Programmes listed here are institute-level doctoral scholarships tagged with Data Science. Research themes range from applied experiments to data-driven and translational projects depending on the host institute.

How much do Data Science PhD scholarships pay in Germany?

Among the 12 programmes on this page, 12 publish a monthly stipend. The median grant is about €2,100/month; individual offers may be higher or lower.

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.