Funding programs of the University of Potsdam

The university’s research strategy aims to consolidate and further sharpen the University of Potsdam’s profile as an internationally visible research university with research excellence in defined areas.Research focuses and emerging fields receive particular support.

This internal funding stream (intranet) enables flexible, needs-based support for researchers through targeted individual grants, creating incentives while supporting the university’s strategic objectives.

PhD candidates, postdocs, junior professors, and tenure-track professors receive funding and support through a wide range of programs offered by the Potsdam Graduate School and the Division of Planning, Statistics, and Research Affairs. This includes financial support, career development training, networking opportunities, advisory services, and the tenure-track program.

The University of Potsdam supports teaching and learning through a wide range of initiatives – from the University Scholarship Potsdam and the “Creative Space: Mission Statement Becomes Teaching” program to funding opportunities that enable students to initiate their own projects.

Potsdam Transfer is the university’s central hub for startups , innovation and knowledge and technology transfer. Through a range of innovative and impactful programs, it supports researchers in translating research findings into practical applications in business and society.

The International Office provides information on current internal funding opportunities such as Erasmus+ mobility programs, UP Reconnect, the KoUP cooperation scheme, postdoctoral and Ph.D. exchanges with Tel Aviv, and EDUC calls. It also offers guidance on relevant external funding opportunities (e.g., DAAD, DWIH Brazil, JSPS Japan, or AvH funding for researchers at risk).

The Equal Opportunity Coordination Office offers funding and support in a wide range of areas, including academic qualification and personal development.  Its activities include targeted funding measures such as the Gertrud Feiertag Scholarship.

The Universitätsgesellschaft Potsdam e.V. – the University of Potsdam’s support organization – provides funding for scientific and cultural projects and supports academic departments in activities such as scholarly publications, event series, symposia, presentations, and exhibitions.