16 NAD PhD Fellowships 2025 in Denmark
A golden gateway has opened for aspiring neuroscience researchers across the globe! Neuroscience Academy Denmark (NAD) has announced 16 fully funded PhD Fellowships for international students aiming to launch a high-impact research career in neuroscience. Applications are officially open for this exclusive program starting January 1st, 2026 – and the deadline is fast approaching!
About the NAD PhD Fellowship Programme
The Neuroscience Academy Denmark (NAD) is a national collaboration between Denmark’s top institutions: Aalborg University, Aarhus University, the University of Copenhagen, and the University of Southern Denmark. Together with affiliated university hospitals and 200+ neuroscience labs, the program offers an unmatched environment for neuroscience training and innovation.
This prestigious fellowship spans four (04) years:
- 1 Pre-PhD Year with three rotations in elite neuroscience labs
- 3-Year PhD Program with a project tailored to your interests and developed alongside your supervisor
Why This NAD Fellowship Stands Out?
- Fully funded 4-year fellowship (no tuition fees + stipend support)
- Rotations in three world-class neuroscience labs
- Access to specialized neuroscience workshops & academic retreats
- Immersive networking events and scientific community engagement
- Design your own PhD project with a mentor from top Danish institutions
- Study in a country globally recognized for innovation and quality of life
Eligibility Criteria – Are You the One?
You are eligible to apply if:
- You hold or are completing a Master’s degree in neuroscience or a related field
- You demonstrate strong academic performance
- You possess high motivation and passion for neuroscience research
- You meet English language proficiency requirements: IELTS: minimum 6.5 or TOEFL (paper-based): minimum 560.
Eligible Fields of Study
The NAD Fellowship welcomes applicants from various neuroscience-related disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Cognitive neuroscience
- Neurobiology
- Biomedical sciences
- Neuroengineering
- Molecular biology
- Psychology (with neuroscience focus).
Where to Apply? – https://neuroscienceacademydenmark.dk/call/16-nad-phd-fellowships-in-neuroscience/
The last date to apply for the NAD PhD Fellowship Programme is 11 August 2025 at 4:00 PM (CEST).