Candidates are encouraged to apply online using the webpage designed for the GERLS programme. Hardcopy applications are also permitted in exceptional cases.

In order to apply for a GERLS scholarship, the online/hardcopy application should contain the following documents:

a) Requirements from Research institution / University staff members:

1- C.V including a complete list of publications, if available. (To be pasted or typed in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form.)

2- Copy of passport. (To be uploaded in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form) 3- A recent photo. (To be uploaded in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form) 4- Acceptance letter or an email from a German professor showing that the research project under

preparation is feasible and can be conducted in Germany under his supervision. The acceptance letter should state the title, time frame and objectives of the project. (To be uploaded in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form). The acceptance letter should not be elder than six months.

5- Official endorsement letter from the applicant’s home institution. (Template of which is available on the GERLS site.) A signed and stamped template or any other letter offered by the applicant’s institution is acceptable. Please upload copy of signed and stamped letter in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form.

6- Official statement of employment (بيان حالة) issued from the applicants` institution/ university. The statement should indicate that the applicant is affiliated to this institution/ university at the time of application under the current position and should reflect a complete history of employment (a minimum of two employment years are a must). Please upload copy of signed and stamped letter in the field appointed for it in the electronic application form.

7- Proof of language abilities: English international TOEFL (minimum score 550 points paper based, 213 computer based, 8o internet based) or IELTS (band 6)

8- Proof of PhD registration in one of the Egyptian universities for the candidates who apply for Channel or Specialization System.

9- Proof of the Ethical commission’s approval on working on animals/ human beings if the type of research includes such experiments (If applicable).

10- Summary of Master thesis on one page

b) Requirements from non-university staff members:

1. C.V including a complete list of publications, if available. (To be pasted or typed in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form.)

2. Copy of passport. (To be uploaded in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form)

3. A recent photo. (To be uploaded in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form)

4. Acceptance letter or an email from a German professor showing that the research project under preparation is feasible and can be conducted in Germany under his supervision. The acceptance letter should state the title, time frame and objectives of the project. (To be uploaded in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form.) The acceptance letter should not be older than six months.

5. A motivation letter from the applicant, 6. A declaration from the applicant to assure that he/ she will settle the matter of his/ her

needed vacation with his/ her company/ university. It is the responsibility of the applicant to acquire the needed leave form from his/her institution.

7. An endorsement/support letter, signed by the employer, to assure his/ her support and agreement if possible.

8. Official statement of employment (بيان حالة) issued from the applicants` institution/ university. The statement should indicate that the applicant is affiliated to this institution/ university at the time of application under the current position and should reflect a complete history of employment (a minimum of two employment years are a must). Please upload copy of signed and stamped letter in the field appointed for it on the electronic application form (if available).

9. Proof of language abilities: English international TOEFL (minimum score 550 points paper based, 213 computer based, 8o internet based) or IELTS (band 6)

10. Proof of PhD registration in one of the Egyptian universities for the candidates who apply for Channel or Specialization System (if available).

11. Proof of the Ethical commission’s approval on working on animals/ human beings if the type of research includes such experiments (If applicable).

12. Summary of Master thesis on one page

All applicants will be able to retrieve their pre-selection result via the website on the date indicated in the time line. The pre-selection results will be announced on the following Website:

http://www.mhesr-initiatives.org/gerls/ http://cairo.daad.de

Please check the electronic application for more details. Please note that incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will not be considered.