Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science, Ph.D. | Ruhr University Bochum | Bochum, Germany
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About

The Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science (iGSS) programme from the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV, Ruhr Explores Solvation, provides a strong support network for researchers of chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and engineering to investigate the key roles solvents play in phenomena like protein reactions in cells, sustainable reuse of CO2 or the origin of life.

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Overview

Key Features 

The Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science programme from Ruhr University Bochum is an education and training program for graduate students within RESOLV that supports the early research careers of solvation scientists. Doctoral degrees are granted by the appropriate faculty, which include the departments of chemistry and biochemistry, chemistry and chemical biology, physics, and engineering at Ruhr-Universität Bochum, TU Dortmund University, and Universität Duisburg-Essen.

Both, students with an A-Grade Master's degree (iGSS Track I) or with a top-class Bachelor's degree (iGSS Track II) have the chance to work in an inspiring and most exciting research environment. The iGSS aims at combining high-profile research and early independence along with internationalization and diversity mainstreaming. 

Accreditation

Participating doctoral degree granting programmes are individually accredited.

Programme Structure

In the first year of the Research Course of studies, the students are expected to:

  • develop an individual training and supervision plan jointly with their thesis advisors
  • attend an introductory lecture to Solvation Science i.e. Biomolecular Simulation or Modeling
  • complete a scientific writing course that is organized by RESOLV's ECR Board or by the RUB Research School
In the second year:  
  • choose an additional lecture based on their individual training plan
  • participate in RESOLV retreats and workshops
  • complete a scientific presentation course that is organized by RESOLV's ECR Board or by the RUB Research School
  • take part in an international internship of up to 3 months at one of the institutes from the IF Solvation Science or an institute of their choice
In the third year:
  • give an oral presentation at a RESOLV retreat or workshop
  • contribute to our Public Outreach activities or: contribute to the organization of RESOLV events 

Lecturers

Students may work with one of 50 Scientists, including PIs Dr. Uwe Bovensiepen, Guido Clever, Lukas J. Gooßen, Martina Havenith, Stefan Huber, Stefan Kast, Rasmus Linser, Benjamin List, Dominik Marx, Karina Morgenstern, Frank Neese, Jörg Neugenbauer, Poul Petersen, Gabriele Sadowski, Elsa Sánchez García, Wolfram Sander, Lars Schäfer, Wolfgang Schuhmann, Kristina Tschulik, and Roland Winter

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
  • All applications are pooled every month and sent to an independent selection committee (application deadline is the 15th of each month, each year).

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Required

1.5 GPA or better (German Scale)

3.5 GPA or better (US scale, 4 - 1 lowest)

93% (100 - 60)

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • M.Sc. holders can directly enter the iGSS traditional Track I program and begin their PhD studies on day 1.
  • Do you hold a B.Sc. in chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics or engineering? The international Master's program "Molecular Sciences - Spectroscopy and Simulation" (iMOS)  offers a two years’ program with the unique chance to acquire cutting-edge skills in laser spectroscopy and microscopy, computer simulation, and quantum chemistry.

  • Bachelor students can apply for the iGSS Track II program which includes one year of preparatory coursework.

Living costs for Bochum

680 - 930 EUR /month
Living costs

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

Funding

The next call for the Graduate School Scholarship Program, GSSP, will be open for applications October 16 - December 15, 2023 for doctoral positions starting April 2024 - December 2024. Please see the Jobs & Training section of our website for more information.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
3600 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Germany scholarship - Faculty of East Asian Studies
Merit-based

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Ruhr University Bochum
Bochum, Germany
Provided by university
Grant
3600 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Germany scholarship - Faculty of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Merit-based

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Ruhr University Bochum
Bochum, Germany
Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Fully Funded DAAD EPOS Scholarship
Merit-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
DAAD-ACEH Scholarship of Excellence
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
80 ZAR
Deadline
Not specified
DAAD-NRF Joint Scholarship Programme South Africa
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) • DAAD
Merit-based

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German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Graduate School Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1350 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
Merit-based Need-based

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Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1600 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Mozida African Master Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mozida Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
iVisa Annual Scholarship
Merit-based

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iVisa
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2024
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Biotin Xtreme Hair Care Annual Scholarship 2023: Empowering The Future Of Hair Care
General Scholarships

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Biotin Xtreme Hair Care
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