On these pages the Bielefeld University provides general information for Graduate and Postgraduate researchers about application-procedures, financing, etc. You will find information aimed specifically at researchers who are already pursuing research projects at Bielefeld University or who are interested in doing so. [more...]

Here you can find information which can help you prepare and realize your dissertation project. In the brochure you will find information on the organization of your stay, registration as a doctoral student as well as the preparation and writing of a dissertation. Above and beyond that, this online booklet provides information on the oral exam ("Disputation") at the very end of your dissertation project, how to publish your dissertation as well as information on a number of supporting institutions. [more...]

Especially for the first weeks and months of your stay in Bielefeld, we will arrange for someone to help and support you personally. To participate all you have to do is sign up for the interKontakt at the International Office. The main goal of this program is that you and a more advanced doctoral candidate can visit institutions at Bielefeld University together, explore the city of Bielefeld, or get and exchange useful tips, such as getting registered in Bielefeld and dealing with other bureaucratic technicalities. By the way, whenever you have any questions concerning your stay or your social and financial situation, don't hesitate to ask for help and advice at the International Office. [More Informations]

Every semester the International Office puts together extensive offerings of cultural events for students and doctoral candidates like you in order to make your stay in Bielefeld more pleasant. An overview of the current offerings can be found here. We are looking forward to your visit!

Graduate students enrolled in a German-language course of studies for their dissertation can ask for specific and well-directed feedback concerning their academic competence and get support in writing their dissertation in German.

Graduate students enrolled in an English-language course of studies for their dissertation can improve their German at Bielefeld University. Our general language courses range from courses for beginners up to an advanced intermediate level (European frame of reference: A1-C1). Detailed information can be found here.