Helmut Veith Stipend in Austria 2026 – Master's Scholarship for Women in Computer Science

Scholarship Description

The Helmut Veith Stipend is a prestigious scholarship awarded annually by the Vienna Center for Logic and Algorithms (VCLA) to exceptionally talented and motivated female students in the field of computer science. The stipend supports women who pursue (or plan to pursue) one of the Master's programs in Computer Science at TU Wien (Vienna University of Technology) that are taught in English.

The stipend is dedicated to the memory of Helmut Veith (1971–2016), an outstanding computer scientist who worked in the fields of logic in computer science, computer-aided verification, software engineering, and computer security. Helmut Veith was a strong advocate and mentor for women in computer science. The program is supported by TU Wien and the Wolfgang Pauli Institute (WPI) and aims to encourage women in STEM fields and support young female researchers in computer science.

Scholarship Location

The stipend is tenable at TU Wien (Vienna University of Technology) in Vienna, Austria. Vienna consistently ranks among the world's most liveable cities and is a hub for research and innovation in computer science and artificial intelligence.

Scholarship Deadline

The deadline for the current call is November 30, 2026. This is the annual deadline for applications.

Host Institution

TU Wien (Vienna University of Technology) – Austria's largest research and education institution in the fields of technology and natural sciences. The university is consistently ranked among the top technical universities in Europe. The stipend is administered by the Vienna Center for Logic and Algorithms (VCLA) and supported by the Wolfgang Pauli Institute (WPI).

Level and Fields of Study

Level: Master's Degree (Bologna second cycle).

Fields: Eligible Master's programs in Computer Science at TU Wien taught in English include:

• Data Science
• Logic and Computation
• Business Informatics
• Media and Human-Centered Computing
• Software Engineering & Internet Computing
• Computer Engineering
• Logic and Artificial Intelligence
• Embedded Computing Systems
• Computational Science and Engineering

The program must be one of the master's programs in Computer Science at TU Wien taught in English. Applicants should have a solid mathematical and technical background in at least one of the areas in which Helmut Veith worked: Logic in Computer Science, Formal Methods and Verification, Foundations of Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms and Complexity Theory, or Computer Security.

Target Group

Female students from around the world who are exceptionally talented and motivated in the field of computer science. Male students are not eligible for this stipend. The program particularly encourages women in STEM fields and aims to support young female researchers in computer science.

Scholarship Duration & Amount

Award: Students who are awarded the Helmut Veith Stipend receive:

• EUR 7,000 annually for a duration of up to two years.
• Waiver of all tuition fees at TU Wien.

Duration: The stipend is provided for the duration of the master's program (subject to conditions listed below), for up to 2 years.

Conditions: Recipients of funding must be committed to demonstrate good progress during their studies:

• Obtain at least 25 ECTS credits from the respective master's curriculum per term on average since the beginning of their master's studies (deadlines: April 30 for winter term, November 30 for summer term).
• Achieve a grade average of at most 1.5.
• Reside in Austria during term time for the duration of their studies. Exceptions and temporary interruptions (e.g., internships, research visits) are subject to approval.

Scholarship Eligibility

Essential criteria:

• Gender: Must be female. Male students are not eligible.
• Academic qualification: Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Mathematics (Bologna first cycle) or an equivalent degree.
• Admission eligibility: Must be eligible for admission to one of the master's programs in Computer Science at TU Wien that are taught in English.
• Mathematical and technical background: Must have extensive mathematical and technical knowledge and interest in at least one of Helmut Veith's areas of research (Logic in Computer Science, Formal Methods and Verification, Foundations of AI, Algorithms and Complexity Theory, or Computer Security).
• English proficiency: Must demonstrate proficiency in English.
• Admission requirement: While applications for funding can be filed before or in parallel with the admissions process, the funding will only be awarded to applicants who have been unconditionally admitted to the master's program.

Important: An application for funding does not replace the admissions process. A conditional offer of funding does not entitle the applicant to study at TU Wien.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted electronically via the TU Wien job portal. The application must be submitted as a single PDF document with the subject "Application". The name of the PDF file must be "document.pdf".

1. Prepare required documents – Gather the following:
   • Cover Letter – describing the type of funding the student is applying for, and all other aspects the student deems relevant for the application.
   • Curriculum Vitae (CV) – detailing your academic background, research experience, and relevant skills.
   • Motivation Letter – describing the reasons why the student wants to study in the chosen program, why funding is necessary, and with which groups of the respective research area the student would like to work.
   • Transcripts – Complete transcripts of bachelor's course/other academic degrees, including information on the grading system.
   • Diplomas and/or certificates – First degree and any other academic degrees.
   • English proficiency certificate – IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
   • Two academic references – Contact information for referees who can attest to your academic abilities.
2. Combine documents – Combine all documents into a single PDF file named "document.pdf".
3. Submit via TU Wien job portal – Submit your application electronically via the TU Wien job portal with the subject "Application" before November 30, 2026.
4. Admissions process – If you have not already done so, apply for admission to one of the eligible master's programs at TU Wien. The funding will only be awarded to applicants who have been unconditionally admitted to the master's program.
5. Selection process – Applications are reviewed by a selection committee. Successful candidates receive the stipend for up to two years, subject to meeting the conditions.

Important notes: Applications for funding can be filed before or in parallel with the admissions process. However, funding is only awarded upon unconditional admission to the master's program. An application for funding does not replace the admissions process.

Official Website & Application Links

VCLA – Helmut Veith Stipend Official Page

TU Wien Master's Programs in Computer Science: https://informatics.tuwien.ac.at/master/

VCLA Website: https://www.vcla.at

Application Portal: TU Wien job portal