Ernst Mach Grant for PhD and Postdoctoral Research in Austria (All Fields) ASEA-UNINET member universities in Austria in Austria

The Ernst Mach Grant – ASEA-UNINET is a prestigious scholarship program funded by OeAD-GmbH in cooperation with ASEA-UNINET and the Austrian Federal Ministry of Women, Science and Research. It offers opportunities for full PhD studies, postdoctoral research stays, and music practice programs at ASEA-UNINET member universities in Austria. The program is open to students and researchers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, and welcomes applicants from all academic fields, including Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Medicine, and Arts.

The PhD grant provides full funding for 36 months, allowing recipients to pursue a doctoral degree at an Austrian university. The postdoctoral grant supports research stays of 4–9 months, while the music practice grant offers a 9-month program for undergraduate or higher-level music students. All grants include a monthly stipend and travel cost support, ensuring financial stability during the study or research period.

Eligibility criteria include age limits (under 35 for PhD and music grants, under 45 for postdoc grants), language proficiency in English and/or German, and citizenship from one of the eligible Southeast Asian countries. Applicants must apply to an ASEA-UNINET member university in Austria, with a comprehensive list of eligible institutions available online. The program is highly competitive and seeks candidates with strong academic backgrounds and clear research or artistic goals.

The application deadline is March 1, 2026. Interested candidates should review the eligibility requirements, prepare necessary documents, and submit their applications via the official portal at www.scholarships.at. This grant is an excellent opportunity for Southeast Asian scholars and artists to advance their academic and professional careers in Austria, benefiting from world-class research environments and vibrant cultural exchange.