International Research Experience @SRH

With the project "International Research Experience @SRH" we are expanding the research capabilities of our university. The goal is to motivate students to pursue an academic career, to create follow-up perspectives for young scientists, and to promote international research collaborations.

What it's about:

Internationalization and strong research - this is what the project "International Research Experience @SRH" stands for. In this project we cooperate with partner universities in Portugal, the USA, Canada and Russia to combine international research, intercultural exchange and networking. We create new, research-oriented study opportunities and improve the framework conditions for your start into an academic career. With various scholarships we support stays abroad for your research in the context of your master and doctoral theses or international research projects.

This programme is about showing international career prospects and enable young scientists to take new career paths.

Project goals

With the project „International Research Experience @SRH“ we pursue three goals:

1. Internationalization of research-oriented education
   Starting with the study programs „Architecture – Design for the built environment“ (M.A.) and „Water Technology“ (M.Eng.) and in cooperation with our partner universities we are testing a new kind of seminar: the research-oriented „Research Event Series“. Together with international students and teachers you will be studying research-focused - both in virtual formats and in a research project week on site in Heidelberg. With the "Research Event Series" you expand your research skills, make new contacts and gain international and intercultural experience.
2. Establishment of international cooperative doctorates
   You are interested in doing research? We are strengthening the follow-up perspectives for young scientists at our university and supporting your start into an academic career. The establishment of cooperative doctoral programs with our partner universities will give you the opportunity to conduct research in an international context. In the future, a newly established Graduate Center will offer you a comprehensive range of advice and support services for doctoral students and those interested in pursuing a doctorate. Feel free to contact us!
3. Expansion of international partner networks
   We are constantly working on increasing international, research-oriented mobility and expanding our international partner network. To this end, we award various research fellowships for students, doctoral candidates, guest lecturers and experts within the project. Apply now ​​​​​​​and take the opportunity to broaden your research horizon abroad. In the future, a newly created international cooperation database will provide you with information on partner universities, research priorities and cooperation opportunities with international partners.

Scholarship opportunities

You want to do research abroad? The project "International Research Experience @SRH" offers you various scholarships. Work on your master thesis or research project abroad and get to know international research cultures: We are looking forward to your application!

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The project "International Research Experience @SRH" also offers employees and researchers from SRH University Heidelberg exciting opportunities to expand their research activities at our university: Invite visiting scholars or practitioners for joint research or travel abroad yourself for coordination meetings to advance your international research project. Learn more here: 

HAW for SRH employees

Publication grant

SRH University Heidelberg awards outstanding research publications:
Researchers at SRH University Heidelberg who have published a paper in the current year as part of an international, cooperative research project can apply for a publication grant of up to 2,500€. The publication grant exclusively serves the (re-)financing of publications (fees, printing and production costs) and is coordinated via the respective faculty.

Application Process: 
To apply, please fill out the application form and send the form together with the invoice receipts of your publication to the research dean of your faculty. During the “Forschungsstrukturkonferenz”, the research deans will select at least two of the most significant publications of the year for funding. Application deadline is 30th November each year.

Download "application form" here!