PhD programme

The aim of the structured PhD programme is to promote the research independence and additional qualifications of young scientists. The programme includes the following procedure:

The holder of a Master/Diplom in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, chemistry or bioinformatics applies at the University. Application for admission Form OL (ger)

The applicant registers as PhD student at Faculty V. Application for PhD admission Form OL (ger), Application for Initiation of procedure Form OL (ger)

The PhD student applies at the Graduate School Science and Technology. Application Form OL (en), Admission Order OL (ger), Application Form BS (en)

A dissertation agreement on the rights and duties of the PhD student is signed. Dissertation Agreement OL (en)

Guidelines Concept Paper (en)

The PhD student selects a primary supervisor and additional experienced scientists to form a thesis committee. Guidelines Thesis Committee (en), Minutes Thesis Committee (en)

• Assessment of work progress through thesis committee
• Publications of results in peer-reviewed journals
• Attendance of national and international congresses
• Work in the lab of another research institution.

PhD Order OL (08/2009, ger)

PhD Order OL (01/2013, ger)

PhD Order BS (ger)