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Doing a PhD in Germany

Germany’s reputation as an outstanding research destination continues to attract the world’s finest minds. In 2014 an incredible Number of 85,000 people chose Germany to write their dissertations or join one of our growing number of doctoral research teams. Discover your best route to a PhD in Germany, including financing options and advice on how to prepare for your research stay.

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Before you start your search you should know that there are different PhD models:

• Individual doctorate  or
• Structured PhD programmes

What's the difference? Check out our  overview of the various ways to do your PhD in Germany  

Find your individual doctorate

The "traditional" or "individual" path to a PhD remains the most common in Germany. An individual doctorate involves a thesis or dissertation that is produced under the  supervision of one professor . This form of PhD study offers a great deal of  flexibility , but demands a high degree of  personal initiative  and responsibility.

How to find your PhD supervisor

In Germany there is no central admissions or selection office for doctoral students. Therefore, your first step is to find a suitable professor who is willing to be your supervisor.

One way to find a supervisor is to look for a university institute that matches your area of research. The following online search engines might help you find a suitable supervisor:

• GERiT – German research institutions GERiT is a website containing information on approximately 29,000 research institutions in Germany. GERiT allows the user to search easily by location or subject. It provides all the information needed to choose an institution at which to research, study or do a doctorate. www.gerit.org
• Finding a PhD position PhDGermany publishes PhD openings in Germany that specifically target international applicants. Accordingly, in most cases the working language is English. Fluent knowledge of German is only required for certain special positions. PhDGermany helps you find the right PhD opening or supervisor for your doctoral thesis and assists you with the online application process. www.phdgermany.de
• Higher Education Compass   This database provides up-to-date information from universities about doctoral opportunities in Germany. The search engine enables you to carry out targeted searches on the basis of departments, admission requirements and form of doctoral thesis. www.higher-education-compass.de

Furthermore,  your contacts with your professors or previous university  could help direct you to a suitable department or potential supervisor in Germany.

It is also helpful to attend  academic conferences  in your own subject area. There you will be able to exchange information and make contacts ­– and perhaps even find a future PhD supervisor.

Find your structured PhD programme

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Structured PhD programmes in Germany are frequently very similar to the PhD programmes in English-speaking countries, in which a  team of supervisors  look after a  group of doctoral students . Around 12,000 doctoral students from abroad – roughly one in four – do their PhDs in structured programmes. As a rule, it is possible to complete a doctorate in four to five years.

Where to find your PhD programme

There is no central database of all structured PhD programmes in Germany. You can usually find these programmes directly through the respective universities, graduate schools or non-university research institutions. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) database is also a good place to look. Here you will find a large number of PhD programmes that are specially aimed at international doctoral students.

International doctoral programme database

Are you interested in an international doctoral programme in Germany? This DAAD database presents a selection of roughly 230 international doctoral programmes in Germany. The database can be searched according to different criteria.  www.daad.de/international-programmes 

Doctoral programmes at universities

Many universities offer structured doctoral programmes, which they publicise on their websites. The Student Advisory Service or Graduate Centre at the respective university will also provide help here. You can find the relevant addresses using the Higher Education Compass provided by the German Rectors’ Conference. www.higher-education-compass.de

​​​​​​​DFG-funded research training groups

Research training groups are also funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (German Research Foundation, DFG) for a period of up to nine years. Their key emphasis is on the qualification of doctoral researchers within the framework of a focused research programme and a structured training strategy. www.dfg.de > Current Research Training Groups

Helmholtz Research Schools, Colleges and Graduate Schools

The Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organisation. In collaboration with various institutions of higher education, Helmholtz Association research centres have established structured PhD programmes under the auspices of Helmholtz Graduate Schools, Helmholtz Research Schools and Colleges.  www.helmholtz.de > PhD Candidates 

Leibniz Graduate Schools

The Leibniz Association connects 97 research institutes that conduct problem-oriented research and provide scientific infrastructure of national and international importance. Together with universities they run structured PhD programmes in Leibniz Graduate Schools. www.leibniz-association.eu > Leibniz Graduate Schools

International Max Planck Research Schools

The Max Planck Society specialises in innovative basic research and its institutes are able to offer up-and-coming researchers excellent infrastructure and support. The website lists the programmes available at International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRS):  www.mpg.de > International Max Planck Research Schools  

Max Planck Schools

In Germany, the best researchers in a specific field are often work at different universities and non-university research institutions spread throughout the country. The Max Planck Schools serve as hubs which gather this distributed knowledge. Here, the brightest minds in their fields have come together from within the scientific community to interconnect in faculties made up of active researchers. Students gain access to these unique networks, learn in close personal exchange from leaders in their fields and their peers, and enjoy access to outstanding infrastructure. Currently, three Schools are operating in the fields of Cognition, Matter to Life, and Photonics. www.maxplanckschools.de

Where can I find out about requirements?

Application procedures  differ from programme to programme . The precise requirements and deadlines can be found on the website of the respective university, research training group or graduate school. You should therefore first choose a PhD programme and/or graduate school.

You've found the position you want to apply for, but how does applying to a potential supervisor or structured PhD programme work in Germany? Find out more here.

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Doctoral studies at the University of Stuttgart

A doctoral degree is proof that you are capable of in-depth scientific work, and lays the foundation for a career in science or industry.

Ten reasons to study for a doctoral degree at the University of Stuttgart

The University of Stuttgart

• is considered one of the most outstanding technical research universities in Germany, with a worldwide reputation
• is a hub for academic, non-academic and industrial research
• sees itself as a guarantor of holistic, research-oriented teaching with a focus on quality
• stands for the interdisciplinary integration of engineering, natural sciences, the humanities and social sciences based on top-level research in the various disciplines with its “Stuttgart method”
• is nestled in one of Europe's most vibrant industrial regions, and enjoys cooperative arrangements with companies and institutions in the local area as well as across Germany and worldwide
• is one of the universities which gets the most external funding in Germany
• offers excellent conditions for research
• provides doctoral candidates with a variety of cross-disciplinary qualifications, information and advisory services and a number of mentoring programs
• provides staff with individual support via a range of measures and personnel development and health management programs
• is committed to equal opportunities and family friendliness

Different doctorate opportunities

There are a variety of ways to gain a doctoral degree:

Individual doctoral studies

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• Individual freedom in choosing the topic and supervisor.
• A doctoral degree may be done in any subject area represented at the University of Stuttgart.
• You can freely choose a potential supervisor from among 10 different faculties and around 150 institutes.
• You can draw on the full range of qualifications offered by the graduate academy.
• You are part of a larger research association.
• You work on a research topic across different disciplines and working together with several, largely also international doctoral candidates.
• You complete a comprehensive professional and interdisciplinary qualification program .

Find out more about the doctoral studies programs which you can apply for. 

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PhDs in the Department of Mechanical Engineering

Application for admission & enrollment.

PhD students at TU Dortmund University must submit an application for admission to the doctoral procedure to the doctoral committee of the faculty. The requirements and documents to be submitted are documented in the respective doctoral regulations. 

After admission by the doctoral committee, doctoral candidates must enrol for the doctoral programme and prove this to the doctoral committee usually within 3 weeks.

Requirements for the doctorate

First, check the requirements for admission to the doctoral program. The following requirements must be met in principle:

• Completed university studies at a state-recognized university (decision by the doctoral committee).
• Confirmation of supervision by a doctoral supervisor/doctoral supervisor
• Possibly proof of German language skills (regulated by the respective doctoral regulations)

All further requirements and necessary documents for the application for admission to the doctoral program can be found in the corresponding doctoral regulations of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

If your application for admission to the doctoral program has been approved by the doctoral committee, you will receive a certificate that you will need for enrollment.

In the case of procedures already in progress, the chairperson of the respective examination board decides whether the oral part of the doctoral performance can be carried out in the current situation.

In the positive case, he or she is responsible for the proper conduct of the oral part and in particular for compliance with the safety conditions. A sufficient safety distance of at least 2 meters between all persons is to be ensured. The number of listeners must be limited so that this condition can be observed. The candidate is responsible for compliance with the safety conditions after the announcement of the result of the doctorate.

Conferral of Doctorates at Faculty IV

The doctorate is the acquisition of the doctoral degree at an institution of higher education within the framework of an examination procedure that is regulated at the TU Berlin by doctoral regulations common to all faculties. This scientific work makes an important contribution to the development of the latest scientific findings and to their transfer and application in practice.

There are various ways to earn a doctorate at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science: as a research assistant, within structured doctoral programs, or as an external doctorate. The requirements and the examination performance in the form of the dissertation with the scientific defense are the same for all doctoral candidates.

TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations

Doctoral Degrees at our Faculty

• Doktor*in der Ingenieurwissenschaften (Dr.-Ing.) - for doctorates with a focus on engineering
• Doktor*in der Naturwissenschaften (Dr. rer. nat.) - for doctorates with a focus on mathematics and the natural sciences

► Which doctoral degree is suitable for me?

The right doctoral degree for your doctorate, "Dr.-Ing." or "Dr. rer. nat.", depends on the subject focus of your doctoral thesis, but not on the subject focus of your university degree.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a university or a university of applied sciences or a degree of a similar level (Diplom, Magister, Staatsexamen) in the subject area of the respective doctoral degree.
• Diploma graduates from a German Fachhochschule are admitted to gaining a doctoral degree, if their final grade is above average (at least "good") and they have passed the assessment examinations (Feststellungsprüfungen).

► In terms of content

• successful completion of a research paper (doctoral thesis)
• passed oral exam (scientific defense)

Doctoral Examination Procedure: Information & Important Forms

Application as a doctoral candidate.

As at most universities, at the Technische Universität Berlin you first need a written confirmation of supervision from your doctoral supervisor . As soon as you have received such a confirmation from a professor of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, you can apply as a doctoral candidate.

In order to get clarity and certainty about the doctoral requirements of the faculty at an early stage, you should apply as a doctoral candidate in good time . The faculty then decides whether to accept or reject your declaration of intent and at the same time specifies any requirements for additional study and examination achievement. For example, additional study and examination requirements may be imposed on candidate with degrees from other disciplines or from foreign countries.

In addition, the supervisor and the doctoral candidate document their mutual expectations and obligations by concluding a doctoral agreement . This includes, in particular, the mutual commitment to the guidelines for ensuring good scientific practice at the TU Berlin, which are based on the recommendations of the German Research Foundation (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, DFG), as well as the recognition of the characteristics that are considered fundamental within the TU Berlin for a good supervisory and working relationship in the context of a doctorate.

You can submit your application at any time at our Faculty Service Center. Please use the following two forms:

• Application as a Doctoral Candidate (Dr.-Ing. / Dr. rer. nat.)
• Supervision Agreement

Admission to the Doctoral Examination Procedure

Once you have completed your doctoral thesis, you can apply to commence the doctoral examination procedure . In this application you propose, among other things, the preferred evaluators. You can also propose a name for the chair of the doctoral examination board.

Please consider the requirements of the TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations as well as the Guidelines for Writing Dissertations at Faculty IV   and our binding deadlines , both listed further down on this web page under "Important Information at a Glance".

Important forms:

• Application to Commence the Doctoral Procedure - new TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations

Information sheets and forms for dual doctorates / cotutelle de thèse are available at the Faculty Service Center.

Scientific Defense

As soon as the doctoral examination procedure has been commence by the Faculty Board and all the evaluations have been submitted to the Faculty Service Center, the scientific defense follows.

The scientific defense is open to the university public and it takes place in the presence of the doctoral candidate and all members of the doctoral examination board.

It is divided into two parts:

• Presentation by the doctoral candidate about the dissertation (30 minutes)
• Discussion with the evaluators on the subject discipline of the dissertation (60 to 90 minutes).

According to § 8 (1) of the new TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations, doctoral candidates of Faculty IV are allowed to inspect the evaluators' reports prior to the scientific defense. For this purpose a request for inspection can be submitted.

Legal regulations & guidelines:

• Guidance for the Organization of Scientific Defenses using Videoconferencing – NEW TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations
• Guidance for the Organization of Scientific Defenses using Videoconferencing – OLD TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations

Publication

According to § 9 of the TU Berlin Doctoral Regulations , a doctoral thesis must be made available to the scientific public in an appropriate manner after the scientific defense. Accordingly, you must fulfill your publication obligation within twelve months after your scientific defense.

The University Library Dissertation Service of TU Berlin is responsible for publication. There you have to hand in the version of your doctoral thesis approved by the doctoral examination board (including the changes ordered by the doctoral examination board). The Dissertation Service issues confirmations of receipt, publishes the thesis and provides a record of it in the relevant library databases.

Important Information at a Glance

Legal regulations & guidelines:.

• Guidelines for writing doctoral theses at Faculty IV
• Regulations for cumulative theses

Binding Deadlines

Submission of doctoral theses & applications for admission to the doctoral examination procedure (always by 12:00 noon):

• until Wednesday, June 5, 2024
• until Wednesday, July 3, 2024
• until Wednesday, September 11, 2024
• more dates to follow
• Center for Junior Scholars (CJS)
• virtuelles Kolleg ProMotion (German)
• Scientific Continuing Education and Cooperation (ZEWK)
• Introduction session for new doctoral students February 2023

Good Scientific Practice

• Statute on the Safeguarding of Good Academic Practice at TU Berlin
• Investigation Commission for Scientific Misconduct

After your Doctorate

Dissertation awards.

• Deutscher Studienpreis - Körber Stiftung ( partially in English, since currently in translation )
• Tiburtius-Preis - Preis der Berliner Hochschulen

Completed Doctorates

Doctorates completed at Faculty IV can be found here:

• Dissertation Database TU Berlin
• Doctorates from 2021

Consultation & Contact

Office for doctoral affairs.

The Office for Doctoral Affairs is part of the Faculty Service Center

• your basic contact for questions concerning your doctorate and 
• responsible for all organizational questions and tasks in the context of your entire doctoral process

Please always contact Jana Peich directly if you have any questions.

[email protected]

+49 30 314-22229

Ombudspersons for Doctorates

►► PLEASE NOTE first: Our ombudspersons are NOT available for organizational tasks related to your doctorate, here  please always contact Jana Peich, Office for Doctoral Affairs , contact information see above.

Our ombudspersons are there to

• help you with non-subject-related problems, conflicts of interest and problematic co-authorships , for example
• promote the cooperation between Faculty IV and the  Center for Junior Scholars at TU Berlin (CJS) , central institution for the advancement of junior scholars at TU Berlin
• participate in introductory events of the CJS and spread the word about education offers, scholarships and further news.

Marianne Maertens

[email protected]

+49 30 314-24478

Prof. Dr. habil.

Ombudsperson for Doctorates

[email protected]

+49 30 314-25154

Michel Steuwer

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+49 30 314-25102

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Doctorate at the Faculty of Civil Engineering

We are happy that you plan  your doctorate at the Faculty of Civil Engineering. At this website you will find all important information:

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1. application requirements, 2. application for admission as a doctoral candidate, 3. verification of equivalence of foreign university degrees, 4. enrollment, 5. additional requirements, 6. opening of the doctorate procedure, 7. cumulative dissertations, 8. certificate of good conduct, 9. completed doctorates and alumni network.

The requirements of the Faculty of Civil Engineering for doctorate degree candidates are stated in the § 6 of the doctorate regulations dated 19.12.2015. The minimum requirement for admission is

• a Diploma, Master's or Magister degree at a university or a passed state examination, respectively, in an engineering  study programme completed with the overall and thesis grades at least "good" or
• a Diploma, Master's or Magister degree at a university or a passed state examination, respectively, in a specific civil engineering, mathematics,  natural science or economy study programme completed  with the overall and thesis grades at least "good" and additionally a positive result of the eligibility check.

You also need a supervisor (professor or young investigator at the Faculty of Civil Engineering) who agrees to take the responsibility for the academic supervision of your doctorate.

The application for admission as a doctoral candidate can be submitted to the doctoral board of the Faculty according to § 7 of the doctorate regulations dated 19.12.2015. The doctoral board  checks whether all admission requirements are met.

• You can find all valid regulations and committees here:
• Doctorate regulations (19.12.2015), including the amendments as of July 16, 2020
• Regulations on the Processing of Personal Data at the TU Dresden (2022)
• Members of the doctoral board  (Promotionsausschuss)

Please use the online system Promovendus   to apply for the admission as a doctoral candidate. You can access Promovendus via internet at any time. You  need a valid ZIH user account to login to Promovendus. Enrolled students as well as employees of TU Dresden automatically receive their ZIH login details. If you have not received your ZIH login details yet, you can apply for a guest login.   You can find the application for a ZIH user account on the website of the ZIH . Your supervisor has to sign it. Please contact the Service Desk of TU Dresden in case of any questions or problems with the ZIH user account.

Promovendus will generate an application document for you, which you  have to submit to the Faculty of Civil Engineering either by post:

Technische Universität Dresden Fakultät Bauingenieurwesen Promotionsausschuss 01062 Dresden

or at the visiting address:

August-Bebel-Straße 30, Zimmer 03-034 Frau Rehfeld 01219 Dresden phone: 0351 46334279 E-Mail: dekanat.biw@tu-dresden.de

Please note that, together with the application for acceptance as a doctoral candidate, you will need to submit the following documents:

• Certified copy and, if applicable, translation in German or English of the graduation certificate of the study degree relevant for admission
• Certified copy and, if applicable, translation in German or English of the overviews of subjects and grades of the study degree relevant for admission
• Certified copy and, if applicable, translation in German or English of all other study graduation certificates and overviews of subjects
• Simple copy of the university entrance qualification certificates (e.g. A-levels)
• Curriculum vitae (C.V.) including scientific career and signature
• Confirmation (receipt) of application for a clearance certificate (Führungszeugnis), see Certificate of good conduct

You can find further information on certified copies of certificates, which have not been issued by TU Dresden, on the website of the office of certified documentation of TU Dresden.

If you graduated outside of Germany or if you have a foreign citizenship, your documents will be sent to the International Office of the TU Dresden to verify the equivalence of your degree. You can use the online database www.anabin.de for a preliminary check of the equivalence of your degree.

You can only enroll as a PhD student if the doctoral board of the Faculty has accepted you as doctoral candidate and put you on the doctoral list of the Faculty. You can find further information on the website of the admission office . To apply for the enrollment, please use the website of the admission office .

The Enrollment as a PhD student is voluntary. The regulations for the enrollment can be found here .

The admission as a doctoral candidate may be subjected to additional conditions and examinations. The doctoral board will specify these requirements and inform the doctoral candidate together with the admission confirmation. The additional requirements must be fulfilled within two years after the admission as a doctoral candidate according to the doctorate regulations dated 19.12.2015.

To apply for the opening of the doctorate procedure, please use the online system Promovendus . You can access Promovendus via the internet at any time. You  need a valid ZIH user account to login to Promovendus.

Promovendus will generate an application document for you, which you will have to submit  to the Faculty of Civil Engineering either by post: Technische Universität Dresden Fakultät Bauingenieurwesen Dekanat / Promotionsangelegenheiten 01062 Dresden

or at the visiting address: August-Bebel-Straße 30, room 03-034 Frau Rehfeld 01219 Dresden Telefon: 0351 46334279 E-Mail:

Please note that, together with the application for the opening of the doctorate procedure, you will need to submit the following documents:

• 7 hard cover copies of the dissertation, usually in German or English as well as one electronic copy
• 7 short versions of the dissertation in German or English as well as one electronic copy
• List of scientific publications
• Proof of the fulfillment of additional requirements set upon acceptance as a doctoral candidate, if applicable
• "Schriftliche Erklärungen zur Eröffnung des Promotionsverfahrens (siehe Anlage zur Promotionsordnung)" - written declarations related to the opening of the doctorate procedure (see Annex of the doctorate regulations dated 19.12.2015.)

The thesis as well as its defense can be in German or English language. You can find all further details in the doctorate regulations dated 19.12.2015.

Cumulative dissertations must have at least three professional articles listed on the Web of Science and at least two of them must have been written in English (Faculty Council resolution of 11/25/2020).

For  the admission as a doctoral candidate as well as for the opening of the doctorate procedure, you  need a confirmation (receipt) of the application for a  Certificate of good conduct (“Führungszeugnis”). This confirmation should be sent to the Faculty of Civil Engineering in compliance with Section 30 Paragraph 5 “Bundeszentralregistergesetz” (Federal Central Register Law).

The Certificate of good conduct is valid for about 3 months and can be requested on the day of the submisson of your application for the admission  as a doctorate candidate or for the opening of the doctorate procedure. When requesting this certificate at the responsible authority (for example at the Registration Office, Theaterstraße 11, 01067 Dresden) the following address should be given:

Technische Universität Dresden Fakultät Bauingenieurwesen Dekanat / Promotionsangelegenheiten 01062 Dresden

You can view all doctorates which have been completed since 1994 in the doctorate archive . You can register for the alumni network of former junior researchers in Promovendus . If you do not have a valid ZIH user account, you can also use the alumni sheet . Registration is voluntary. We would also like to draw your attention to the general alumni network of TU Dresden.

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How to Apply for a PhD in Germany: Programs, Funding, & FAQs

Germany is an excellent destination for both young and experienced researchers. 

The European country is third behind the U.S. and China for research & development expenditure . Plus, it is home to some of the most prestigious (and affordable!) research universities in the world.

If you’re considering doing a PhD in Germany, you will need to follow these steps:

The main steps to doing a PhD in Germany:

• Find a PhD Program and a Supervisor
• Decide Between Individual and Structured PhD Programs
• Meet All Requirements & Prepare Your Application
• Apply for Doctoral Studies
• Secure Funding
• Get a Student Visa or Resident Permit
• Arrive in Germany and Begin Your PhD Program

Why Pursue a PhD in Germany?

If you’re not yet sure if you should choose Germany for your PhD studies, here are some compelling reasons why you should consider it:

• Top-tier universities. Four German universities are ranked in the top 100 global universities, and many more are in the top 200.
• Large international student community. Germany welcomes a diverse and thriving international student community. Over 458,210 international students are currently studying in the country.
• Quality research institutions. There are over a thousand publicly funded research institutions (universities, universities of applied sciences, research institutes, businesses, and government bodies) that you can choose from in Germany.
• High investment in research and development. Germany’s public expenditure in the research and development sector reached a record high of 112.6 billion euros in 2021.
• Strong economy. Germany is known for its strong and stable economy. After completing your PhD, there are plenty of employment opportunities in the academic, business, and research sectors.

How to Apply for a PhD in Germany

From finding the perfect program for you to submitting your application and starting your PhD, here are all the steps you need to take:

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1. Find a PhD Program and a Supervisor

After all the years of studying leading up to this step, you most likely have a few areas of interest you want to do your research in.

This is the first important step: define your research focus by considering your interests and academic background. If you need more help, you can consult online resources from research universities. Or, even better, you can discuss your decision to pursue a PhD with academic communities online or offline and seek advice from current PhD students in Germany who can tell you more about their individual experiences.

If you already know what your research direction is, you can begin searching for suitable programs right ahead. 

• The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has an extensive list of current opportunities, which you can look up at the  DAAD PhD Database . 
• Another option is to research universities in Germany individually to find the newest opportunities and offerings at each institution.

You will also have to find a supervisor. The best way to do this is to go to university websites and find faculty directories with profiles of professors and their research fields/current projects. Contact professors whose work aligns with your interests via email to inquire about supervision opportunities.

> Search PhD programs from 31,000 research institutions listed on the GERiT database .

Types of PhD Programs in Germany

There are two different paths you can take when pursuing a PhD: individual PhD programs and structured PhD programs. Each comes with its own set of advantages and requirements.

2. Verify That You Meet All Requirements & Prepare the Application

Requirements and application documents to apply for a PhD in Germany are specific to the institution and research area you’re applying to. But, as a general guideline, you should prepare the following:

• Academic degree recognized in Germany. You need a master’s degree or a German state examination (Staatsexamen) in a field relevant to the PhD program to qualify.
• Copy of master’s thesis. Submit a copy of your master’s thesis. The work should demonstrate your research skills and the depth of your academic work.
• Research proposal. Craft a clear and detailed research proposal that includes your intended research topic, objectives, methodology, and significance. 
• Statement of purpose. Write a statement of purpose why you want to do a PhD in your chosen field, your academic and career goals, and how this program aligns with them.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV). Prepare a detailed CV highlighting your academic achievements, research experience, relevant coursework, publications, and any other qualifications.
• Proof of language proficiency. Depending on the language of instruction, you may have to provide proof of language proficiency in English and/or German. You can do this with certificates like TestDaF and DSH for German or TOEFL and IELTS for English. Proof of previous studies in the language is also sufficient.
• Academic references. Provide contact information or recommendation letters from professors/ academic advisors who can attest to your academic abilities and potential.
• Predoctoral examination. Some programs ask that you pass a predoctoral examination as part of the application process.

3. Apply for Doctoral Studies

After finding a suitable PhD program and mentor, and making sure your academic qualifications are recognized, you can send in your application.

You can send in your application online or by post, depending on the hosting institution’s preferences. To make sure, check their guidelines and specifications. Admission committees are selective, so you may also have to attend an interview soon in the application process.

4. Secure Funding

You must demonstrate access to a minimum of €934 per month (€11,208 per year) to meet visa requirements and live comfortably while you’re in Germany. You can prove this through an admission agreement or relevant PhD contract, or you can open a blocked account with individual funds.

There are many ways to support yourself financially while pursuing a PhD in Germany:

• PhD scholarships. DAAD offers the highest number of doctoral scholarships. PhD students get an average monthly stipend of €1,139. 
• Paid PhD positions. Many universities and research institutions offer paid PhD positions in Germany. You will work on specific research projects on a contract and receive a salary.
• Research associate positions. You can also work as a research associate in a university, research institution, or company and receive a salary as compensation.
• Part-time jobs. Some PhD students/researchers work part-time jobs that are not related to their studies for extra income.

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5. Get a Student Visa or Resident Permit

If the institution confirms your place in the PhD program, next in line is applying for a student visa or residence permit. The requirements for a German PhD visa or permit can vary depending on your nationality and circumstances: 

Visa Requirements

If you’re a citizen of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland, you don’t need a special permit or visa for a PhD in Germany. You can enter the country for research and work purposes with a valid passport or ID card.

Otherwise, you will need a visa and/or a residence permit to do your PhD in Germany. Nationals of some countries, including the United States, Australia, Israel, Japan, and Korea, don’t need a visa but must apply for a residence permit.

Depending on the circumstances, you need one of the following visas:

• Study visa. If you’re pursuing a full-time doctoral program.
• Research visa. If your focus is on research and you have a formal affiliation with a research institution in Germany.
• EU Blue Card. If your PhD contract pays a gross annual salary of at least €45,300 (or €41,041.80 in certain professions), you can apply for an EU Blue Card . This is a special residence title for international academics and other professionals.

Residence Permit Requirements

If you come to Germany on a visa, you will need to apply for a residence permit within three months of arrival. This also applies to nationals of countries outside the EU, EEA, and Switzerland who are exempt from the visa requirement.

You can apply for one of the following residence permits:

• Study permit. If you’re accepted into a PhD program at a German university, apply for a study-based residence permit. It lasts up to two years, extendable.
• Research permit. If you’re a researcher with the right qualifications for doctoral programs, apply for a research permit. This requires a contract with a research institution for your project.
• EU Blue Card. With a PhD offer that has a minimum salary of €45,300 per year, or €41,041.80 for some bottleneck professions , you may be eligible for the EU Blue Card. Apply for this permit if you meet the criteria.

> For more specific information tailored to your situation, we recommend contacting the German embassy or consulate in your home country. You can also use this visa navigator.

6. Arrive in Germany and Begin Your PhD Program

The most exciting step of all is near—time to unpack your bags and begin your life as a PhD student or researcher in Germany. Once you’re settled in, there are some formalities you need to take care of.

The international office at the university or another representative can guide you best on this. However, here are some of the main things you need to do once you arrive in Germany:

Register Your Residence

Shortly after your arrival, you must register your residence at the local registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt or Bürgeramt). This is mandatory, and you typically have a window of two weeks to complete this process. 

Get Health Insurance

Everyone in Germany is required by law to have health insurance coverage. This includes international PhD students. Depending on the source of your funding, you are eligible for one of the following health insurance coverages: 

• Doctoral candidates with an employment contract are automatically insured with a state-regulated health insurance provider (Gesetzliche Krankenversicherung-GKV) in most cases.
• Doctoral candidates without an employment contract (with a fellowship or private funding) can choose between:
• Voluntary health insurance coverage with a state-regulated provider.
• Coverage with a private health insurance company.

There are some exceptions in which you can use your insurance from your home country. These apply to students from a European Union (EU) country or other countries with social security agreements with Germany.

Open a Bank Account 

You should open a German bank account as soon as possible. Most financial transactions in Germany, including receiving your stipend or salary, are done through a German bank account.

Enroll at the University

If your PhD program is part of a university degree, you need to enroll as a student at the university. Follow your university’s instructions to submit the necessary documents to the enrollment office. These usually include your admission letter, passport, proof of health insurance, and semester fee.

After you complete this process, you will receive an Enrollment Certificate (Immatrikulationsbescheinigung). This is a very important document that you most likely need in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

There’s a lot of planning involved if you’re considering doing a PhD, especially if it’s in a foreign country. We’re sure you’ve got more questions, and we’re here to help.

How Long Does It Take to Get a PhD in Germany?

A PhD in Germany usually takes between three to six years to complete. Just like in other countries, it can take longer or shorter than expected, depending on several factors. The type of PhD you choose (structured programs can be more rigid), your subject area, and individual progress can all make a difference in the time it takes to get a PhD in Germany.

Are PhD Programs in Germany Tuition-Free?

The majority of PhD programs in Germany are tuition-free, at least for the first six semesters. However, if need to enroll at a university for your PhD, there is a small semester fee you need to cover. The fee can be higher or lower depending on the university, but it usually falls within the range of €100 to €350.

Is German Mandatory to Pursue a PhD in Germany?

You don’t necessarily have to know German to do a PhD in Germany. In fact, most PhD programs in Germany are in English, especially in fields such as science, engineering, and humanities. In these programs, you can both write your thesis and communicate with your advisor and peers in English.

There is of course the chance that the program you’ve chosen is in German or requires knowledge of German (in most cases, in addition to English). In this case, you have to prove your proficiency through a recognized language certificate or proof of previous studies in German.

Even if German isn’t mandatory, we strongly encourage you to learn the basics. They will be super helpful in daily interactions and getting accustomed to life in Germany.

How Much Does a PhD Student Earn in Germany?

Most PhD candidates in Germany receive financial support in the form of a salary or grant. This includes candidates affiliated with universities, research institutes, or company collaborations.

The majority of doctoral positions are structured under either the Collective Agreement for Civil Service TVöD (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst or the Collective Agreement for the Civil Service of Individual Federal States TV-L (Tarifvertrag der Länder). Since universities are funded by their respective federal government, if your PhD is affiliated with one, your salary will be structured under the TV-L.

Doctoral positions fall within the TV-L 13 category, with a salary range spanning from €4,188 (Tier 1) to €6,037 (Tier 6). The difference between the tiers (Stufe) depends on prior experience in the field. If you don’t have any research experience, you will fall under Tier 1 and progress to the other tiers throughout your PhD.

Your salary will ultimately be determined based on a wage agreement that specifies the contract tier (Stufe) and working hours (percentage-based). Many entry-level PhD students start with tier 1 contracts that are not full-time. For example, if your contract places you in Pay Group E-13 Tier 1 of the TV-L and you work at 75% capacity, your monthly gross salary will be €3,141.

> Learn more about pay ranges for PhD students using this convenient calculator .

Can I Work While Pursuing a PhD in Germany?

Part-time work is an option in most cases unless it’s strictly stated otherwise in your contract. Whether or not you are allowed to work on the side as a PhD in Germany depends on the working hours stated in your PhD contract, supervisor, and other specific circumstances. 

However, since the PhD is considered a job in itself, it’s usually frowned upon to have a side hustle. Even if you have a 50% contract, a PhD is demanding and requires long hours of work and research. If you choose to work on the side, make sure to find the right balance between work and your PhD commitments. To be on the safe side, it’s best to talk to your supervisor and go over all the legal and contractual obligations related to your PhD.

What Is the Process for Defending a PhD Thesis in Germany?

Here are the main steps to defending your PhD thesis in Germany:

• Submit your thesis. The first step is submitting submit your thesis and supporting documents in adherence to all the formal requirements. A commission will be formed, and in some cases, you can suggest reviewers.
• Oral defense. The next step is preparing and undergoing an oral defense, which can take between 30 minutes to 2 hours. During this time, you will present your research and discuss it with the committee. The defense can be either public or private.
• Receive the title and publish your work. The outcome of the discussion determines your final grade, to be received after the defense. If everything goes well, you’re granted the Ph.D. title and have about two years to publish your dissertation.

What Are the Career Prospects Like After Doing a PhD in Germany?

Career prospects after a PhD in Germany are quite promising. 

The most common paths for PhD holders in Germany are either in academia as professors or post-doctorate researchers or in industry positions. 

Technology, healthcare, and finance, in particular, are some of the most in-demand industries in Germany. The country’s strong economy and research-oriented environment make it an attractive place to develop your career.

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Doctorate procedure (PhD)

Attention the communication with the doctoral office must be performed electronically.

The communication with the doctoral office must be performed electronically using following link:

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Meeting Dates of the Doctoral Commission

All requests need to be submitted at least four business days prior the meeting of the doctoral commission in order to be considered. Usually the meetings are on Mondays, that means submission of the documents until Wednesday before the meeting.

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Application as Doctoral Student (PhD)

The application to the doctoral program at the Faculty of Biochemical and Chemical Engineering has to be performed at the individual research groups .

Please send your application data to the head of the research group, who will serve as scientific supervisor during the doctoral procedure.

When having a commitment from the supervisor you are obligated to apply for admission from the faculty using following link:

Admission as Doctoral Student

Those aspiring doctoral candidate status need to submit an application including following documents:

• transcript of records bachelor of science (Zeugnis mit Gesamtkredits)
• final grade certificate bachelor of science (Urkunde)
• transcript of records master of science (Zeugnis mit Gesamtkredits)
• final grade certificate master of science (Urkunde)
• curriculum vitae

All documents have to be submitted at least four business days prior to the meeting of the doctoral commission in order to be considered. Since originals of the aforementioned records and certificates need to be presented as well, a personal contact is required.  An appointment is obligatory. Please use: promotionsausschuss.bci tu-dortmund de .

In accordance to the “Landeshochschulgesetz HG NRW 2014 §67(5)” and the “Promotionsordnung 2014 §5(1)” students working on their doctoral thesis are obligated to join the doctoral program by an enrollment with the faculty.

The doctoral candidate status is restricted to four years but it can be extended on request. The application for extention for the first two years has to be submitted using the following link . Afterwards the applications for extension have to be submitted by mail using the following ( form ).

Extension of the PhD status

The doctoral candidate status is restricted to four years and it can be extended twice up to six years using following link .

There might be an opportunity to extend this period further based on certain live situations (e.g. pregnancy). These requests have to be submitted by mail using the following ( form ).

Submission of the Doctoral Thesis

The contents of the doctoral thesis must be distributed within the scientific community in order to finish the doctoral program successfully (Promotionsordnung 2014, §18(3)). Please be aware that this might cause copyright issues with previous publications, such as journal articles. It’s therefore advised to check your own copyright situation prior to writing your thesis! A monographic doctoral thesis requires a final distribution by a commercial publisher (e.g. Shaker, Dr. Hut and Cuvillier) or an online publication by the University (Eldorado). A cumulative doctoral thesis does not require such a distribution, since the information is already available in the journal articles. The introduction and text body (Manteltext) of a cumulative thesis should therefore be limited to information mentioned in the publications (PromO 2014, §18(3) “…Veröffentlichung in ungekürzter Form…”). In this respect it is not recommended to include unaccepted journal articles in the thesis, due to the risk of subsequent changes.

Required documents

Upon finishing the thesis the doctoral candidate has to upload several documents. In order to be considered by the doctoral commission the documents have to be submitted at least four business days prior to the meeting. The printed version of the thesis can be sent as parcel or be handed in at the doctoral office. In this case an appointment is obligatory ( promotionsausschuss.bci tu-dortmund de ).

Template of the forms and the necessary information can be found in the electronic system when you look in the upload procedure.

• paper copies (6) of the doctoral thesis (references in ACS format,  template title page )
• PDF-file "submission declaration form" *
• PDF-file "proof of participation" in  structured doctoral program  signed by supervisor *
• PDF-file "summary in German" signed by supervisor (less than 300 words) *
• PDF-file "summary in English" signed by supervisor (less than 300 words) *
• PDF-file "separate title page"
• PDF-file "form regarding co-author contributions" signed by supervisor *
• PDF-file "list of own publications" signed by supervisor *
• PDF-file "up-to-date curriculum vitae" signed by the student *
• PDF-file "plagiarism check" signed by student and supervisor (first 5 pages) and upload! In case of unclear citations please upload the whole report with active links.
• PDF-file "doctoral thesis"

*unsigned versions of the marked pdf-documents have to be attached in the appendix of each printed thesis as well as in the electronic version of the thesis

Oral Examination

After complete submission of the documents to the doctoral office the doctoral commission reviews all documents and appoints an examination board. The doctoral commission is not obligated to follow the suggestions of the candidate. The doctoral commission requests the supervisor to schedule the oral examination with the candidate as well as the members of the examination board. Afterwards all participants of the examination are invited by the doctoral office and the reports are requested from the referees. The student has the opportunity to read the reviewer reports three to five business days prior to the examination in the doctoral office. Copies, records and personal notes are not allowed and an appointment is obligatory ( promotionsausschuss.bci tu-dortmund de ).

The head of the examination board informs the student about the grades right after the examination, a confirmation letter is sent from the doctoral office to the student afterwards.  

Due to the Corona situation the following procedure has been defined by the faculty of BCI for oral doctoral examinations:  

• Contrary to the “Promotionsordnung” it is possible to take the exam during the corona crisis in presence of the members of the examination board only.
• An appointed external member of the examination board (“externer Gutachter”) is obligated to participate in the examination. A conferencing service like (Zoom, Webex etc.) might be used to comply with this rule.
• The doctoral examination has to be open to the members of the faculty. This can be achieved by conferencing service as well. In order to control the access a registration in advance is recommended.
• The technical aspects related to the conferencing service are organized by the doctoral student. One further person joining the examination physically is advised.
• If there are technical issues and the external member of the examination board or the members of the faculty cannot join the procedure the examination will be canceled.
• The doctoral student has to apply (scanned letter with signature) for this kind of examination by the doctoral commission ([email protected]).

If you agree to this procedure, you have to send an informal letter, indicating that you wish to do your exam in accordance with these regulations when submitting your thesis!

Finalization

The student is obligated to implement the examination board's comments in the final version of the thesis within one year (date of oral examination). Furthermore the  title page  has to be changed and the administrative appendix (section "Submission of the Doctoral Thesis" items marked with *) has to be removed from the thesis.

There are multiple different modes for publication of the final thesis in the “Promotionsordnung §18(3)”, three of which are common:

• Monographic dissertations are usually published by an official publisher (e.g. Shaker, Dr. Hut and Cuvillier ). A confirmation letter of the publisher is required containing author, title, ISBN number and information about minimal circulation. 10 paper copies need to be provided to the doctoral office.  
• Another strategy to publish a monographic dissertation is the electronic publication by the library of the university . Therefore a PDF-File (type A) and 10 paper copies are required to be provided to the doctoral office. An additional  form  is needed.  
• For cumulative dissertations 10 paper copies are required containing the text body as well as the publications and have to be handed in at the doctoral office.  

For finalization, the required amount of 10 copies of the thesis as well as the below-mentioned documents have to be submitted at the doctoral office. The printed version of the thesis can be sent as parcel or be handed in at the doctoral office. In this case an appointment is obligatory ( promotionsausschuss.bci tu-dortmund de ).

Additionally the following document have to be uploaded using the following link .

• PDF-file "final title page"

The final version of the printed thesis is transferred to the members of the examination board by the doctoral office for cross checking.

After the approval of the members of your examination board you receive a mail asking for a finalization of your documents. You have to upload

• PDF-file "form for certificate data" signed by student and supervisor ( form )
• PDF-file "actual curriculum vitae" signed by student

 This is your last task before the certificate can be issued.

Afterwards the approval of the examination board 4 copies of the dissertation are submitted to the library by the doctoral office (not by the doctoral student). The library sends a confirmation to the doctoral office. The date of the library confirmation letter has to be filled-in in above-mentioned form by the doctoral office. Please leave it blank.

Now the certificate can be issued by the dean's office.

It usually takes three months and the certificate will be sent by registered mail from the dean’s office.

• Promotionsordnung 2022 (German) PDF (136 KB)

For older doctoral regulations, please contact the doctoral office.

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07.05.2024, Wissenschaftliches Personal A new PhD position opened up at the Chair of Traffic Engineering and Control . We are looking for a researcher interested in optimization, programming

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