Future Leaders Scholarship
Robert Bosch Taiwan Co. Ltd.

TU Darmstadt and Bosch Taiwan jointly sponsor outstanding TUDa students in Taiwan

In the context of the collaboration between Bosch Taiwan and TU Darmstadt, the Future Leaders Scholarship (FLS) is being offered.

As part of the collaboration between Robert Bosch Taiwan Co. Ltd. and Technical University of Darmstadt, the Future Leaders Scholarship (FLS) was established—an exclusive funding program for dedicated students with a strong interest in international experience.

The scholarship offers a eleven-month stay in Taiwan, structured into two key phases:

Academic Semester at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)

Participants spend one semester studying at the prestigious NCKU in Tainan. During this time, they not only deepen their academic expertise but also immerse themselves in the Chinese language and Taiwanese culture.

Internship at Robert Bosch Taiwan Co. Ltd.

Following the academic phase, students complete a five-month internship at the Bosch office in Taipei. There, they are entrusted with projects tailored to their field of study and personal interests—an invaluable opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in a global corporate setting.

The Future Leaders Scholarship thus offers not only academic and professional development, but also the chance for personal growth in a dynamic intercultural environment.

The Future Leaders Scholarship is designed for high-achieving and motivated Master’s students at TUDa who are eager to gain international academic and professional experience in Taiwan.

Eligibility Criteria – You are enrolled in a Master’s program in one of the following departments:

  • Law and Economics (Department 01) (only Industrial Engineering with a technical specialization in Mechanical Engineering or in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology)
  • Geosciences and Materials Science (Department 11)
  • Physics (Department 05)
  • Chemistry (Department 07)
  • Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (Department 18)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Department 16)

You are currently enrolled in at least the 4th semester of your Bachelor's program or are pursuing a Master’s degree

You rank among the top 20% of students in your program

You have strong English language skills, equivalent to at least B2 level

Students can apply for the scholarship until October 31. A multi-stage selection process will be conducted, carefully evaluating both academic qualifications and personal suitability.

Procedure

Please submit your online application via the application portal.

Required Documents

Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s and Master’s certificates)

  • Curriculum vitae (in English)
  • Letter of motivation (in English)
  • If applicable: language certificates (English, Chinese)
  • If applicable: employment references or internship certificates

After submission, a pre-selection will be carried out within the respective department: The top candidates will be invited to an online interview with Robert Bosch Taiwan Co. Ltd. in mid-November.

The scholarship program offers not only academic and intercultural experiences—it also requires a high level of commitment and personal responsibility. Participants are expected to:

  • Attend an intercultural training session organized by TU Darmstadt prior to departure (optional but strongly recommended)
  • Actively participate in a Chinese language course at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)
  • Enroll in courses totaling 18 ECTS credits at NCKU during the first semester
  • In the second semester: complete an internship in Taiwan and attend a companion course at NCKU, which includes submitting weekly internship reports
  • Demonstrate a willingness to participate in events organized by TU Darmstadt as part of the program
  • Willingness to participate in informational events organized by NCKU or Bosch Taiwan that aim to increase the visibility of TU Darmstadt abroad.

Scholarship recipients are enrolled as exchange students at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) in Taiwan for two semesters and receive the following organizational and financial support:

  • Monthly stipend of €500 for eleven months (totaling €5,500)
  • Travel allowance of €800
  • Student health insurance, arranged through NCKU*
  • Waiver of tuition fees at NCKU

\*Enrollment and insurance require a one-year student visa. Visas for Taiwan are issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan and the Taipei Representative Offices abroad.

September–October Application period (Deadline: October 31)
November Interviews with Bosch Taiwan
End of January Submission of acceptance declaration
February–May Application to National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)
March–May Intercultural training and optional language course at TU Darmstadt
September–January Study abroad at NCKU in Tainan
February–July Internship at Bosch in Taipei

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