Grow professionally and gain unique experiences
The 2026 Scholarship Programme
From application to alumni, students advance their research over six months with the Lürssen Foundation and work on a guided R&D project under expert mentorship across three different countries. While this is an intensive programme, it is designed to complement existing studies. The application period for the 2026 Scholarship Programme opens in mid-January. Here is the calendar of events:
20-21 APR
Scholarship Ceremony in Rijeka, Croatia
22 APR
Future Tense Conference in Zagreb, Croatia
23-25 APR
Programme Starts at Lürssen Design Center Kvarner, Croatia
APR - OCT
Guided Research
14-19 JUN
Lürssen Shipyard Tours, Germany
1-31 JUL
Summer School at the University of Connecticut, United States
4-7 OCT
Final Presentation in Bremen, Germany
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Lürssen Foundation Alumni
20-21 APR
Scholarship Ceremony in Rijeka, Croatia
22 APR
Future Tense Conference in Zagreb, Croatia
23-25 APR
Programme Starts at Lürssen Design Center Kvarner, Croatia
APR - OCT
Guided Research
14-19 JUN
Lürssen Shipyard Tours, Germany
1-31 JUL
Summer School at the University of Connecticut, United States
4-7 OCT
Final Presentation in Bremen, Germany
∞
Lürssen Foundation Alumni
The Benefits
Experience World-class Shipbuilding
Tour state-of-the-art shipbuilding facilities in northern Germany.
Advance your Academic Research
Develop your research under the guidance of expert mentors.
Explore Fuel Cell Technologies
Discover the latest advancements in fuel cell technologies from an industry leader.
Attend major conferences
Learn from industry and academic leaders at international conferences.
Join an Elite Scholar Group
Benefit from being part of a small group of scholars for a dedicated and personal experience.
Enjoy 100% Funding
Enjoy a completely funded programme, with everything from travel, accommodation and events.
Spend One Month in the US
Experience life in the United States for a month, developing your R&D project at the University of Connecticut.
Open Career Opportunities
Go beyond the Foundation and continue your journey at Lürssen with a potential career path.
Learn Industry R&D
Experience real-world industry research and development across the Lürssen sites.
Hear from former students
Marin
Master’s Student at the University of Aalborg, Denmark
"This programme became a bridge between my studies and the professional world, while also giving me the chance to build confidence and develop soft skills that I will certainly use in the future."
Catrien
Master’s Student at TU Delft, Netherlands
"Through the Lürssen Foundation scholarship programme, I not only learned how to conduct a complete research project, but I also grew professionally by gaining valuable insights into how Lürssen operates. Thanks to this opportunity, I was able to study abroad, meet many inspiring people, and broaden both my academic and personal horizons."
Roko
Bachelor’s Student at the University of Graz, Austria
"The Lürssen scholarship programme showed me that innovation is not only about technology, but also about creating solutions that are economically viable and ready for real-world integration."
Janik
Master’s Student at the University of Bremen, Germany
"This project taught me more than any university course, because it was real, challenging, and full of opportunities I wouldn’t have come across otherwise. With the great support around us, it turned into an experience that made me grow in every sense."
Ready to explore the opportunities offered by the Lürssen Foundation?
We look forward to starting this journey with you.