The German doctorate enjoys an outstanding reputation. Germany’s research institutions, universities and companies welcome international researchers and offer excellent opportunities for doctoral students. Structured PhD programmes, for example, often have a strong international orientation with English as the team language.
Roughly 29,000 graduate students complete a doctorate in Germany every year – far more than in any other member state of the European Union. Every year, over 5,500 international scholars are awarded a doctoral degree by a German university.
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How to obtain a PhD in Germany
Germany offers two ways to do your PhD. Before you start your search for a PhD place you should choose between "individual doctorate" and "structured PhD programmes".
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Find your PhD place in Germany
Germany offers a wide range of different doctoral opportunities. Search now and find your PhD place in Germany.
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Financing your PhD
PhD students in Germany usually work as a research associate (paid PhD position) at a higher education institution or receive a scholarship.
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Requirements
The most important formal qualification for being able to do a doctorate in Germany is a very good higher education degree that is recognised in Germany.
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Prepare your stay
In addition to finding the right PhD supervisor or programme, there are a few things that have to be considered when you are planning your research stay in Germany: whether for example you will need a visa, and how you will find somewhere to live.
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Why do your PhD in Germany
As a nation with a long cultural and scientific tradition, Germany offers exceptional infrastructure for your research work.
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