Application

For an application, e-mail-account and regular access to the internet are indespensable for preparing the journey and for communication with zis. All papers can be handed in in English or German and must be sent by conventional mail. In addition to the application form, zis requires:

• completed zis application form (see below)
• an extensive description of the suggested research topic that shows the applicant‘s personal interest and his or her existing knowledge
• realistic information on language abilities
• precise ideas on how to do research before and during the journey
• outline concerning dates of departure and arrival, itinerary, and means of transport (no travel by plane)
• budget plan – all costs have to be covered with the grant
• if more money is needed than the grant sum: ideas on how to earn money in the study area (during the journey, not before or after)
• summary on existing contacts within the study area
• suggestions on how to find accommodation
• photograph of the applicant
• reference from a teacher, instructor or project manager

Deadline (documents at the zis office) for every year is February 15th.

Applicants will be informed by mid of March if they are in the next round. After that the applicant will, supported by his or her adviser, further develop the project. The definite assent to the grant will be given by the adviser once the journey is fully planned, manageable and safe. zis reserves the right to refuse grants at any stage of the preparation phase if applicants or their projects do not meet the zis requirements.