An innovative atmosphere characterized by an international outlook combined with the chance to engage in independent scientific work at an early stage, best working conditions and laboratories, an award−winning university library, and an inspiring academic environment − Bielefeld University offers excellent conditions for doctoral candidates.
Are you interested in doing your doctorate at Bielefeld University? On this webpage you can find at a glance important information and relevant links to contact persons:
Our Service Centre for young researchers provides essential information for Graduate and Postgraduate researchers on how to plan your scientific career, application−procedures, financing, etc.
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The Welcome Centre provides information and guidance to international researchers on a wide range of non−academic issues such as visa and residence requirements, health insurance, language courses and family matters and arranges social events in and around Bielefeld.
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Especially for the first weeks and months of your stay in Bielefeld, the support of a mentor can be of great help.
A mentor is a more advanced doctoral student who is already familiar with living and doing research in Bielefeld.
If you would like to participate in the mentoring programme please just sign up:
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The language project "PunktUm" offers language support in these areas:
Doctoral students writing their dissertation in German can ask for individual support and specific and well − directed feedback concerning their academic language competence.
Doctoral students writing their dissertation in English can improve their German skills.
In language courses that range from courses for beginners up to an advanced level (European frame of reference: A1−C2).
Detailed information can be found
here.
There is a wide range of cultural events and excursions for students and doctoral candidates. An overview of the current programme can be found
here.
We are looking forward to your visit!
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