CATS Fellowship 2026/2027 @Centre for Applied Turkey Studies (CATS)

Overview

The CATS Fellowships 2026/2027 in Berlin, Germany is now open for applications. This prestigious fully funded fellowship is designed for researchers, policy experts, think tank professionals, and practitioners working on Turkey-related issues.

Eligibility

Applicants from all countries can apply.

Benefits

• Monthly grant of €3,000
• Travel allowance to and from Berlin
• Budget for research trips
• Tuition support
• Participation in field trips
• Additional family support for fellows accompanied by children
• Collaboration opportunities with CATS and SWP researchers
• Possibility of publishing research in peer-reviewed CATS and SWP outlets

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit one single PDF file containing:

• Cover letter
• Research proposal (maximum 5 pages)
• Research objectives and relevance
• State of research overview
• Methodology
• Bibliography
• CV with list of publications
• Academic transcripts and/or diplomas

How to Apply

Send your complete application as a single PDF document via email to: CATSapplication@swp-berlin.org

Deadline

The application deadline is 30 April 2026.