Hertie School Berlin Climate Action Scholarship 2027

As the world faces climate change and increasing inequality that threaten social stability in the future, the study of responsible governance is essential in the coming decades. The Climate Action Scholarship is for students passionate about global sustainability, renewable energy and the transformation of energy systems. Applicants must possess the desire to deepen their knowledge in this field by examining governance structures, policies, markets, technology and new ideas to achieve the material and social conditions of long-term and universal human well-being.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineFebruary 15, 2027
• Study LevelMasters
• SponsorHertie School
• City to studyBerlin
• School to studyHertie School
• Course to studyPublic Policy
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• At least 2 full scholarships worth 38,500 euros

Requirements

• Open to applicants from all nationalities

• This scholarship is aimed at students who wish to explore climate action, sustainability and energy policy issues.

Selection Process

• You may not apply for scholarships until after being admitted to a programme. You may only apply to one full scholarship per year.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview with a faculty member.

Application Documents

• For the Climate Action Scholarship, write a one-page personal statement on your interest in climate action and how your studies at the Hertie School could serve this purpose.

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Application Deadline

How To Apply

• First, submit a standard application to the MPP programme.
  
  Your application for admission to a master’s programme must be submitted by either the Early Bird deadline (1 December) or Priority Deadlines (non-EU/EEA 15 January; EU/EEA 15 February). We recommend you apply as early as possible.

• After receiving an admission offer, you will be invited to access the Funding Application. You will have two weeks to apply for scholarships.

For more information, kindly visit the Hertie School webpage.