Overview

By working together, we can create a highly attractive overall package of PhD level research on materials chemistry and physics including access to world-leading facilities, a large range of graduate level courses across both disciplines, and specially designed skills training (both academic and non-academic).

About the Program

The goal of the International Max Planck Research School for Chemistry and Physics of Quantum Materials program at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids is to recruit PhD students from all over the world, and offer them an internationally leading PhD programme. In short, we want to create a cohort of lively, enthusiastic PhD students who relish international opportunities and the chance to work at the cutting edge of our field.

Programme Structure

Our programme focuses on our research activities in the broadly-defined field of quantum materials. Research projects are complemented by coursework in the relevant fields and non-academic training.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Most research projects can be started at some point over the summer. However, other starting dates are possible as well.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Materials Science Physics Chemistry View 28 other PhDs in Physics in Germany

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids and/or in Germany, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are expected to have an outstanding Bachelor or Master degree in a field of study which is well-aligned with our research activities.

Your application should include the following documents:

A cover letter describing your motivation for applying to IMPRS-CPQM and a statement discussing the projects you are most interested in (if you have priorities regarding the selected projects, please discuss them in the cover letter),
A CV with complete description of your academic career,
A transcript of courses taken and grades obtained,
If you would like to submit further documents in support of your applications, you can do so via our online form as well.

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 42 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 42 months.

Tuition fees at the University of St Andrews are covered by IMPRS-CPQM. The semester fee at TU Dresden includes, for example, free access to public transport.

Living costs for Dresden

756 - 1107 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.