GermanyHumboldt Residency Programme brings together a transdisciplinary, international group of twelve participants for a six-week residency in Brandenburg and Berlin under the theme Oceanic Horizons: Navigating the Future of Our Blue Planet.
The programme is hosted by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and provides shared working spaces, excursions to institutions in Northern Germany and along the North and Baltic Sea coasts, and opportunities to design public-outreach formats to communicate key messages beyond academia.
Humboldt Residency Programme Benefits
- Monthly allowance during the six-week residency period in Berlin/Brandenburg
- Travel allowance for the trip to and from Germany
- Accommodation at Schloss Wiepersdorf for two weeks
- Accommodation at an aparthotel in Berlin for four weeks
- A budget for arranging public event formats or end-of-year output
- Suitable family accommodation for participants travelling with dependent family members
- Support in arranging childcare for participants travelling with dependent family members
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Humboldt Residency Programme Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must not be currently based in Germany at the start of the residency
- Alumni profile: previous Humboldt fellowship or award and not receiving funding in another Humboldt programme at the start of the residency
- Alumni profile: hold an academic position
- Early Career Researchers profile: PhD candidates or completed PhD less than four years before the start of the residency
- Early Career Researchers profile: hold an academic position
- Early Career Researchers profile: prior experience in science communication or connecting research to social/political contexts
- Civil Society Practitioners & Creatives profile: do not currently hold an academic position
- Civil Society Practitioners & Creatives profile: demonstrable connection to the annual theme through previous work
- Civil Society Creatives examples: journalists, authors, filmmakers, curators, artists or designers
- Civil Society Practitioners examples: people working in politics, social entrepreneurs, NGO representatives, campaigners or consultants
- Applicants from all academic disciplines who can prove a relevant connection to the annual theme are welcome
Dates of the Programme
The programme runs from June to October 2027 and includes:
- June 29: Virtual kick-off meeting
- August 2 – 13, 2027: Two-week residency at the Cultural Foundation Schloss Wiepersdorf
- August 13 – September 10, 2027: Four-week Residency in Berlin, with excursions to institutions in Northern Germany and along the North and Baltic Sea coasts (prospectively two trips of two – three days)
- September – October 2027: Remote finalisation of output formats
- October 26, 2027: Virtual wrap-up event
Full in-person participation throughout the entire residency, from August 2 to September 10, 2027, is a mandatory requirement for being a part of the programme.
How to Apply for Humboldt Residency Programme?
- Prepare a Curriculum Vitae (max. 3 pages, PDF format)
- Record an introduction video (max. 60 seconds, landscape/16:9; mp4, mov, avi, mpeg)
- Upload the video to Smash and obtain a shareable link
- Access the official online application portal via the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation service link
- Complete the online application form, paste the video link, attach the CV, and submit online
- Submit the application before the deadline of 14 December 2026
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Monday, 14 December 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Humboldt Residency Programme. These answers cover eligibility, dates, funding, required documents, and how to apply.
What is the duration of the Humboldt Residency Programme 2027?
The programme runs from June to October 2027 with a six-week in-person residency from 2 August to 10 September 2027, plus virtual orientation and wrap-up sessions.
How many participants are selected for the 2027 cohort?
Twelve participants are selected for the cohort.
What funding is provided during the Humboldt Residency Programme?
Funding includes a monthly allowance during the six-week residency, travel allowance to and from Germany, accommodation in Schloss Wiepersdorf and an aparthotel in Berlin, and a budget for public event formats.
Who can apply to the Humboldt Residency Programme?
Applicants worldwide who are not based in Germany may apply, including Humboldt alumni, early career researchers, creatives and civil-society practitioners, provided they have a relevant connection to the annual theme.
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants must upload a Curriculum Vitae (max. 3 pages, PDF) and an introduction video (max. 60 seconds) to the online application form.
What are the technical requirements for the introduction video?
The video should be landscape/16:9, max. 60 seconds, and in mp4, mov, avi or mpeg format; upload it to Smash and paste the link into the application form.
Is full in-person participation mandatory?
Yes, full in-person participation from 2 August to 10 September 2027 is mandatory.
When is the application deadline and how are applications evaluated?
The deadline is 14 December 2026 and applications are evaluated on a rolling basis; the selection committee meets in mid-February with decisions at the end of February 2027.
Are family accommodation or childcare supported?
Yes, the foundation will provide suitable family accommodation and support participants in arranging childcare for those travelling with dependent family members.
Who can I contact with questions about the programme or application process?
Contact residency[at]avh.de for questions regarding the programme or application process.
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