Apply for the Helmut Veith Stipend at Vienna University of Technology 2027

Female students interested in pursuing a Master’s program in Computer Science at TU Wien are invited to apply for the Helmut Veith Stipend. 

Application Deadline

• 30 November 2026 (annual deadline)

Tell Me About The Scholarship

The Helmut Veith Stipend at TU Wien (Vienna University of Technology) supports female Master’s students in Computer Science. It commemorates Professor Helmut Veith (1971–2016), a leading Austrian computer scientist in logic, verification, software engineering, and computer security. The stipend provides financial support and a tuition waiver for selected English‑taught Computer Science Master’s programmes.

Which Fields are Eligible

Applicants must qualify for one of the following TU Wien Master’s programmes taught in English:

• Data Science
• Business Informatics
• Logic & Artificial Intelligence
• Media & Human‑Centered Computing
• Software Engineering
• Quantum Information Science & Technology
• Embedded Computing Systems
• Visual Computing

Type

• Master’s Scholarship | Female Students | Computer Science | Austria

Who Can Apply

Applicants must:

• Be female students holding a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or equivalent.
• Be eligible for admission to one of TU Wien’s English‑taught Computer Science Master’s programmes.
• Provide proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 87, or equivalent).
• Have strong academic merit; no fixed GPA requirement.
• Admission to TU Wien is required before funding can be awarded.

How Are Scholars Selected

• Based on academic achievement, motivation, and fit with TU Wien’s research environment.
• Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed (usually in February).
• Recipients must maintain 25 ECTS per term and a grade average of 1.5 or better under Austrian grading.

Which Countries are Eligible

• Global – international applicants welcome.

Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken

• TU Wien, Vienna, Austria.

How Many Scholars

• Limited awards annually; highly competitive.

What is the Benefit of the Scholarship

• €7,000 per year stipend (up to €14,000 over two years).
• Full waiver of TU Wien tuition fees.
• Academic mentorship and integration into TU Wien research groups.

How Long Will the Scholarship Last

• Up to two years (duration of Master’s programme, usually four semesters).

Required Documents

• Cover letter (stating application for Helmut Veith Stipend).
• CV.
• Motivation letter (explaining programme choice, financial need, and research interests).
• University transcripts.
• Bachelor’s diploma or certificate.
• Preliminary certificate if final degree not yet awarded.
• Contact details of two referees (at least one academic).
• Proof of English proficiency.
• Passport copy.
• Certified translations (if documents not in German or English).

How to Apply

1. Choose an eligible TU Wien Master’s programme.
2. Apply for admission to TU Wien (separate process).
3. Prepare scholarship application documents.
4. Submit application via TU Wien job portal by 30 November 2026.
5. Secure unconditional admission before funding is awarded.

🌐 Visit the application webpage for details

Applicants must:

• Be female students holding a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or equivalent.
• Be eligible for admission to one of TU Wien’s English‑taught Computer Science Master’s programmes.
• Provide proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 87, or equivalent).
• Have strong academic merit; no fixed GPA requirement.
• Admission to TU Wien is required before funding can be awarded.

1. Choose an eligible TU Wien Master’s programme.
2. Apply for admission to TU Wien (separate process).
3. Prepare scholarship application documents.
4. Submit application via TU Wien job portal by 30 November 2026.
5. Secure unconditional admission before funding is awarded.

🌐 Visit the application webpage for details