The Centre for Applied Turkey Studies (CATS) Fellowship is a prestigious, fully funded research program hosted in Berlin, designed for experts working on Turkey-related policy, society, and international relations.
It is implemented under the German Institute for International and Security Affairs, one of Europeβs top policy research institutes.
What Youβll Get (Funding Benefits)
π° Monthly stipend (competitive, depends on experience)
π Accommodation support in Berlin
βοΈ Travel costs covered
π Access to high-level research resources
π Work with top policy experts in Europe
Who Can Apply?
A researcher, policy expert, journalist, or think tank professional
Working on Turkey, EU-Turkey relations, migration, security, or geopolitics
Holding a Masterβs or PhD (or equivalent experience)
Able to conduct independent research in English
Fellowship Duration
Usually 6β12 months (flexible depending on project)
Research Focus Areas
EUβTurkey relations
Migration & mobility
Foreign policy & security
Economy, governance & society
Application Requirements
π CV (academic or professional)
βοΈ Research proposal (VERY IMPORTANT)
π Writing samples / publications
π¨ Motivation letter