Overview

Features

Besides taking part in the obligatory and elective training, Science and Technology doctoral candidates at the University of Würzburg are expected to attend at least two international conferences / workshops with a contribution of their own (talk, poster presentation) until graduation.

Graduation also requires substantial contribution of the doctoral candidate – at least co-authorship – to at least one publication in a peer-reviewed international journal.

Programme Structure

Structure:

Group seminar / literature seminar
Program seminar (such as seminar of DFG Graduate Training Group, colloquia, lecture series etc.)
Retreats / Summer School
Methods courses
Periods of research abroad in a collaborating laboratory
Special lectures
Transferable skills courses such as academic communication, Good Scientific Practice, entrepreneurship, patent law
Involvement in teaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-14 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Natural Sciences General Engineering & Technology View 11 other PhDs in Natural Sciences 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

A successful, qualifying degree from an officially-recognized university (decision by the doctoral committee)
Confirmation from a professor who is willing to supervise the research and who will either propose a topic or accept a topic proposed by you
Letter of acceptance from the doctoral committee
Proof of German proficiency when deemed necessary by the respective doctoral PhD regulations

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.

There are no tuition fees at the University of Würzburg, but students have to pay a semester contribution (€156)

Living costs for Würzburg

730 - 1100 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Science and Technology.

Available Scholarships

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

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