Applications are now open for the Fully Funded RAVE Scholarship 2027 in Germany, a prestigious short-term program designed for international professionals in cultural heritage and related fields. This opportunity allows selected candidates to gain advanced knowledge, international exposure, and practical experience while working with leading experts in Germany.Register Now for new programs at MK SCHOLARS

The scholarship is supported by the Alexander Rave Foundation and administered by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa). Participants will be hosted in Germany for 3 to 6 months between February and December 2027, engaging with institutions dedicated to cultural heritage management, sustainability, and innovative international cooperation.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

·       Monthly stipend of €1,500

·       Round-trip international travel costs covered

·       Visa expenses covered

·       Comprehensive health insurance

·       Monthly public transportation pass

·       Family allowance (€250 per spouse and €250 per child)

·       Up to €500 for language courses

·       Access to international professional networks and cultural institutions in Germany

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants must:

·       Be from a country listed on the DAC List

·       Work professionally in cultural heritage, museums, archives, or related fields

·       Be a curator, restorer, cultural mediator, or culture manager

·       Have completed higher education or vocational training

·       Demonstrate strong English proficiency

·       Secure a non-commercial host institution in Germany

·       Develop a project proposal with the host institution

·       Be available for the full program period in 2027

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

·       Cultural Heritage Management

·       Museum and Archive Studies

·       Sustainability in Cultural Institutions

·       Decolonial and Inclusive Heritage Practices

·       International Cultural Cooperation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

·       Completed online application form

·       CV (Curriculum Vitae)

·       Motivation letter

·       Academic or professional certificates

·       Proof of English proficiency

·       Project proposal with host institution

·       Letter of acceptance or confirmation from German host institution

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Applicants must submit their applications through the official online application form. Candidates are required to prepare all necessary documents and ensure a strong project proposal developed in collaboration with a German host institution before submission.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This program promotes international exchange, innovation, and sustainable development in cultural heritage. It offers participants the opportunity to work with leading professionals in Germany and develop solutions for modern challenges in cultural preservation and management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

30th June 2026

 



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