The Helmut Veith Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of an exceptional computer scientist who made significant contributions in areas such as computer-aided verification, formal logic in computer science, cybersecurity, and software engineering. Helmut Veith, who passed away tragically in March 2016, was also a passionate mentor and a dedicated advocate for women in computer science, striving to improve gender diversity in the field.
The scholarship aims to support outstanding students in pursuing advanced studies in computer science. Recipients must demonstrate consistent academic progress throughout their program and are required to reside in Austria for the entire duration of their studies. The Helmut Veith Stipend was established with the generous backing of TU Wien, the Wolfgang Pauli Institute, and the heartfelt contributions of Helmut Veith’s family, friends, and colleagues. It serves not only as a financial aid but also as a lasting tribute to Veith’s commitment to advancing computer science and supporting the next generation of researchers.
Scholarship Overview
- Level of Study: Master’s Degree
- Institution: TU Wien
- Location: Austria
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Focus Areas:
- Master in Logic and Computation
- Master in Business Informatics
- Master in Computer Engineering (Technische Informatik)
- Master in Data Science
- Master in Media and Human-Centered Computing
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fee waiver at TU Wien.
- Annual stipend of EUR 7,000 for up to two years.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Language: Proficiency in English.
- Nationality: Open to candidates from all countries.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or an equivalent field (Bologna first cycle).
- Admission: Must have unconditional admission to one of the eligible master’s programs at TU Wien.
- Research Interest: Demonstrated knowledge and interest in at least one of Helmut Veith’s research areas:
- Formal Methods and Verification
- Logic in Computer Science
- Foundations of Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Security
- Complexity Theory
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Application Process
To apply for the Helmut Veith Stipend, candidates must submit the following documents electronically to ta.sc-cigol@retsam with the subject line “Application” as a single PDF named document.pdf:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter specifying the type of funding applied for and relevant details.
- Motivation Letter explaining the reasons for applying, the need for funding, and research interests for the master’s thesis.
- Copies of diplomas and certificates (or preliminary certificate if the final one is not available).
- University examination reports (transcripts).
- Contact details of two referees for recommendation letters.
- Copy of passport.
- English language certificate (e.g., TOEFL).
- Certified translations for documents not in German or English.
Additional Notes
- The scholarship is supported by TU Wien, the Wolfgang Pauli Institute, and contributions from family and friends of Helmut Veith.
- Recipients are required to maintain good academic progress and reside in Austria during their studies.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2024 (annual).