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High Stipend Data Science PhD Scholarships in Germany

Doctoral research in Data Science at institutes in Germany connects applied science with industry and public-sector partners. We list 8 high stipend programmes with a monthly stipend from €2,000. The median stipend among programmes with disclosed funding is €2,200/month.

8 programmes · typical stipend 2200 €/month

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  1. AGILE
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    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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  3. TI
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    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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  4. IPK
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    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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  5. UB
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    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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  6. UP
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    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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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

We list 8 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 €4,000.

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 8 programmes on this page, 8 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 8 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.