The Max Planck Institute for Legal History and Legal Theory invites applications for the Doucet Scholarship 2026. This scholarship supports scholars from outside Frankfurt, particularly those from Latin America.

This unique opportunity offers a three-month funded research stay at the Institute in Frankfurt, Germany. Scholars will have direct access to the renowned Doucet Collection, a rich archive of monographs and primary sources central to Hispanic legal history.

By offering financial support, accommodation assistance, and direct access to essential research materials, the Doucet Scholarship aims to empower young academics and foster international legal history research.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: 15 September 2025
• Research Stay Duration: 05 January – 31 March 2026
• Funding Type: Scholarship
• Host Institution: Max Planck Institute for Legal History and Legal Theory
• Eligible Countries: All countries outside Germany
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Young researchers currently enrolled in a university
• Field: Legal history in early modern Hispanoamerica
• Duration: 3 months
• Program Language: Spanish or English
• Host Country: Germany

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship provides the following items:

• Monthly scholarship of €1,365
• Airfare reimbursement: up to €1,500 (transatlantic) or €750 (within Europe)
• Optional accommodation at the Institute’s residence (~€680/month, full months only)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Young researchers from outside Frankfurt (especially Latin America)
• Currently enrolled at a university
• Research must focus on legal history in early modern Hispanoamerica
• The project must be directly linked to the Doucet Collection

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• CV
• Project description
• Motivation letter specifically explaining the use of the Doucet Collection

How to Apply?

• Submit your application online through the official form using the link below.
• Application deadline: 15 September 2025

Apply Now

For further details, please visit the official website. For inquiries, contact: [email protected]

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