(c) Stiftung Internationale Jugendbibliothek
(c) Stiftung Internationale Jugendbibliothek

International Fellowship Programme

Application deadline: 30 September 2025

Discover the World of Children’s Books – in Munich!

The International Youth Library invites international scholars to apply for its renowned fellowship programme – one of the rare international research initiatives in the field of children’s and YA literature. 

  • Spend 6 weeks to 3 months conducting research in the world’s largest library for children’s and youth literature – with access to 650,000+ books in 260 languages.
  • Receive a monthly stipend of €1,300, expert support, and an inspiring academic environment at Blutenburg Castle in Munich, Germany.

Open to graduates, doctoral candidates, etc. (non-German citizens). English or German required.

Application deadline: September 30

Please find here more details and information about the application process.

The programme is funded by the Bavarian Ministry for Science and Arts.