Fully Funded Helmut Veith Stipend 2025 - Scholarship Hub

Helmut Veith Stipend for Female Students in Computer Science is a prestigious award dedicated to encouraging and supporting outstanding women pursuing a master’s degree in computer science at TU Wien (Vienna University of Technology), Austria. Named in honor of the late Professor Helmut Veith, a renowned computer scientist known for his contributions to logic in computer science, this stipend recognizes academic excellence and promotes gender equality in technical fields.

The Helmut Veith Stipend provides financial support, mentorship, and an opportunity to study in one of Europe’s leading universities. It seeks to empower talented women by helping them achieve their educational and professional goals in computer science and related disciplines.

To be eligible for the Helmut Veith Stipend, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Identify as female.
• Possess a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Meet the admission requirements for the master’s program in Computer Science at TU Wien.
• Show outstanding academic performance and a strong interest in at least one of the fields listed above.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Recipients of the Helmut Veith Stipend receive comprehensive financial and academic support, including:

• EUR 7,000 per year for up to two years.
• Full tuition fee waiver for the duration of the master’s program.
• Access to world-class research facilities and academic mentorship at TU Wien.
• The opportunity to study in a stimulating and internationally recognized academic environment.

Here’s how to apply for the Helmut Veith Stipend:

• Prepare the required documents (see next section).
• You can apply for the stipend either before or in parallel with the master’s program admission, but funding will only be granted if you are unconditionally admitted into the programme. A conditional admission or conditional offer of stipend does not guarantee funding.
• Submit your application electronically via the VCLA / TU Wien job portal. Only applications submitted through the portal will be considered.

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Required Documents

Applicants for the Helmut Veith Stipend must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Motivation Letter explaining the applicant’s reasons for pursuing the program and applying for the stipend.
• Academic transcripts and certificates.
• Bachelor’s degree certificate (or equivalent).
• Two letters of recommendation.
• English language proficiency certificate (if applicable).
• Copy of passport.
• Research statement (optional but encouraged).

Selection Process

The selection process is merit-based and runs as follows:

• Initial screening of applications to ensure eligibility and completeness.
• Evaluation of academic merit, technical/mathematical background, motivation, and alignment with Helmut Veith’s research areas.
• Review by selection committee, likely involving faculty and VCLA representatives.
• Decision and notification: successful candidates are informed after review.

Stipend Duration

Helmut Veith Stipend covers the full duration of the master’s degree program, which typically lasts two years, subject to satisfactory academic performance each year.