Helmut Claas-Scholarship

We are looking for students who are enthusiastic about agriculture

What do you submit for your application?

The main item of your application is your written project.

Your project should be linked to agricultural engineering or have any other connection with agriculture and its related industries.

Possible topics: Agricultural Engineering, Bio- systems technology, green biotechnology, Machinery management or other interesting agriculture related technical projects

Projects from students just starting their university degree course are most welcome. You may write a report (e.g. seminar essay, progress report) on your future vision of agriculture or the agricultural industry, e.g. new ideas for farming practices or solutions to current problems in the field of agricultural engineering.

You may also apply with your bachelor project report or thesis. If you are currently registered on an appropriate higher degree programme (taught MSc, MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD) you may submit a piece of work such as a project report, taught MSc thesis or synopsis of your research project.

A total of fourscholarships will be awarded in 2010:

1st prize: Funding amount of 4,800 Euro (400 Euro/month for a total of 12 months)

2nd prize: Funding amount of 3,600 Euro (300 Euro/month for a total of 12 months)

3rd prize: Funding amount of 3,000 Euro (250 Euro/month for a total of 12 months)

4th prize: Funding amount of 2,400 Euro (200 Euro/month for a total of 12 months)

Furthermore, special prizes of 1.000 Euro each will be awarded in the categories innovation, extracurricular engagement and technical engagement.