Research in Germany: Find Your PhD Position

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Find Your PhD Position

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Germany offers a wide range of different doctoral opportunities. Before you start your search for a PhD position you should choose between the different PhD models:


Structured PhD Programmes


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Doctoral Programme Database

You're interested in International Doctoral Programmes in Germany? This database by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) introduces about 280 internaional doctoral programmes in Germany. The database can be searched by keywords or town.


Individual Doctoral Positions


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PhD at a University

The "typical" PhD/doctoral student in Germany works – usually part-time – as a research associate at his university.


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PhD at a non-university research institute

Non-university research establishments offer an excellent research environment to conduct your research.


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PhD in Industry

It is also possible to study for a doctorate while working in a (research) job in industry.


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