Foundation
British Chamber of Commerce in Germany e.V.
The BCCG foundation was founded in 1983 by BCCG members and supports German and UK students with programs for intercultural exchange. British-German relations are historically close and friendly. Both countries have strong trade and investment relationships, and they are strategic partners.
Application period for study funding under the Settling-In Allowance for the first half of 2025
The BCCG Foundation supports the stay of students from both countries, Germany and the UK, with a Settling-In Allowance of €1,000, primarily for students of STEM subjects, business and law. Applicants who are planning to complete their Master’s degree in Germany or UK in 2025 can apply from 1 October 2024 – 31 December 2024 with an informative CV. The decision on funding by the Foundation’s Board of Directors will be made by mid-January 2025.
By applying, all applicants agree to be contacted by one of the BCCG Regional Committees and the possible publication of an interview or field report in BCCG publications or social media.
Please send your application by email to the BCCG Foundation:
What we stand for
The bilateral relations between the United Kingdom and Germany are based on numerous public, private and civil society contacts and activities. At the BCCG Foundation, we want to build bridges for deeper future relationships. We want to strengthen the ties between young Brits and Germans by supporting those who bring ambition and initiative and are willing to own their role in British-German freundship.
How we support
With the exit from the European Union on January 31, 2020, the United Kingdom has been a third country in relation to the EU. Since the end of the Brexit transition phase on December 31, 2020, the United Kingdom is no longer part of the internal market and the customs union. The economic relations with the EU are regulated by a “Trade and Cooperation Agreement”.
The impact for students is enormous. The visa conditions have changed, studying abroad has become more expensive and the Erasmus program is not applicable anymore. We will collaborate with AIESEC and support the exchange of interns between the two countries by identifying internships with our partner companies and taking over the program fees for participating interns/students. Local BCCG/Young BCCG chapters will collaborate with local AIESEC chapters to look after the internship experience of program participants and allow them to have a deep experience of their host country. The focus is on students/recent graduates with degrees in business, economics, IT, engineering, and law.
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Board of Trustees
Executive Board
Reiner Kunz
Rolf Pfeiffer
Milan Lucas
Contact
BCCG Foundation
c/o British Chamber of Commerce in Germany e.V.
Heidestraße 58
10557 Berlin
Germany