Our scholarship holders
The University of Bayreuth is eager to nurture the new culture of scholarships developing in Germany. It creates enthusiastic and highly talented students, and establishes tight-knit networks of sponsors, alumni, students, and university. There is no better way to support the outstanding young talent of tomorrow.
Scholarship holder voices
Even before I began my studies, I was fascinated by economic systems and their impact on society, politics, and businesses. That interest first led me to write an empirical research paper for my Abitur seminar course on the market neutrality of hedge funds. It ultimately inspired me to begin a dual degree in Business Administration and Economics at the University of Bayreuth. Support through the Deutschlandstipendium gives me the opportunity to fully focus on this academic challenge without having to take on extensive part-time work for financial reasons. What I value most about the scholarship programme is the exchange with other motivated students, as well as the connection to supporting companies. This gives me the freedom to use my time to take on responsibility both at university and in the wider community. As head of the tennis division at the University Sport Club Bayreuth, I organize training sessions and match operations. I am also especially committed to my work with StudyTutors e. V., where I actively contribute to reducing educational inequality in Germany.
Since my internship with a lawyer during school, I knew I wanted to study law. This led me to the next big question: which university is best for me? The University of Bayreuth quickly stood out with its beautiful campus, strong rankings, and numerous options for personalizing my studies. In my third semester, I chose to participate in a moot court (simulated court proceedings), where our entire team received extensive support from the university. The Deutschlandstipendium scholarship provided financial support for my travel expenses to the moot court. Additionally, it allowed me to connect with students from diverse fields through fellow scholarship holders, fostering connections that wouldn’t have been made otherwise.
As part of my bachelor’s degree in Applied Computer Science, I combined computer science with business as a minor subject because I am fascinated by the interface between technology and business processes. I want to use IT in a targeted way to improve efficiency in companies, and I was particularly drawn to IGZ Falkenberg because it closely connects technological innovation with day-to-day operations in warehousing, production, and transport through intelligent SAP solutions. The Deutschlandstipendium and the support from IGZ encourage me on this path by providing financial security, valuable practical insights, and a strong network for both professional and personal exchange.
Our world is facing many challenges, and chemistry plays a key role in addressing them. Climate change, environmental pollution, and dwindling resources all call for new ways of thinking and highlight the need for innovation. This forward-looking mindset is also reflected in the chemistry departments at the University of Bayreuth, which is why I chose to continue here after my bachelor’s degree and enrol in the master’s programme in Polymer Science. I am very grateful for the support of the Deutschlandstipendium, as it allows me to fully concentrate on my research and coursework and to give my very best.
The wild beauty of high mountain landscapes fascinates me not only on a scenic level, but above all from a scientific perspective. I am especially captivated by ecological relationships and by the question of how plant communities are able to survive in these extreme environments, caught between short growing seasons and harsh weather conditions. My greatest wish is to pursue a doctorate in plant ecology after completing my studies and to continue working in this field of research in the long term. The Deutschlandstipendium plays a crucial role in supporting me on this path: it gives me the financial freedom to become actively involved in research projects during my studies and to gain valuable practical experience. One of the absolute highlights for me was the opportunity to take part in a research expedition to the Himalayas, where we investigated various questions in disturbance ecology along the Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Climate change has long been a major concern for me. That is why I chose to study Engineering Science with a focus on Energy Technology — so that, as an engineer, I can help tackle this challenge. I chose the University of Bayreuth because I fell in love with its campus from my very first visit: short distances, a young start-up scene, and a sense of community that many other universities can only dream of. I believe that this interdisciplinary spirit and the close connection between bright young minds — fostered in part by the Deutschlandstipendium — are key to future success and can help contribute to solving what is perhaps humanity’s greatest challenge.
Sport has been a passion of mine for many years, and in my bachelor’s degree in Sport, Business & Law I am able to combine that passion with business expertise. One of the highlights of my studies was my semester abroad in Philadelphia (USA), where I gained valuable international experience and met some amazing people. I am especially fascinated by sports management because it brings together strategy, organization, and emotion in such a unique way. At the same time, I am also interested in business topics beyond the world of sport, which has already allowed me to gain some initial experience in consulting. The Deutschlandstipendium gives me the valuable opportunity to continue developing academically and to expand my network in both the sports and business sectors.