Overview
PCS was created by the participating institutions of the Center for Computational Sciences and the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the Georg-August-Universität Göttingen in 2005 with the mission to provide high quality PhD education on a high scientific level within three years. The Computer Science programme is offered at The University of Göttingen.
Features
- PCS is open to students from Germany and from abroad who hold a Master's degree in Computer Sciences (or equivalent). After the successful completion of the PCS programme, the international degree of PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) or alternatively the degree of Dr. rer. nat. (Doctor rerum naturalium) will be awarded.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Lectures, seminars, and methods courses.
- In addition, PCS encourages to participate in international conferences or workshops. PCS also emphasizes soft skills such as teamwork, problem solving and moderation techniques.
- The PhD candidates are obliged to take part in tutoring activities.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Computer Sciences View 6 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Cover Sheet: first page of the application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certificates and Official Transcript/ Record of Study: certificates such as B. Sc. and M. Sc. , detailed documentation of your academic work, i.e. list of courses at all colleges/universities attended; grades if applicable
- PhD Research Proposal: intended research area including your prospective contributions to the group, a proposal for a PhD work
- PCS Admission Form: Please fill out this form in cooperation with your supervisor.
- Graduate declaration
- The following documents are not mandatory, but are recommended to additionally support your application.
- Two Reference Letters: it is recommended to submit signed letters of two academic teachers who are able to evaluate your personality, academic experience, and intellectual merit e.g. of your Master's thesis supervisor
- Financial Statement: approval of financial support in case of individual scholarship (see Funding)
- Proof of Proficiency in English.
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 36 months.
Semester fee: 344 Euro
Living costs for Göttingen
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
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