Germany

343 PhD programmes in Germany

Ruhr University Bochum3,7(23)

Bochum, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science

The Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science (iGSS) programme from the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV, Ruhr Explores Solvation, provides a strong support network for researchers of chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and engineering to investigate the key roles solvents play in phenomena from protein reactions in cells, sustainable reuse of CO2, drug manufacturing and design to the origin of life.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Kühne Logistics University (KLU)4,7(66)

Hamburg, Germany

Doctoral Program

The KLU PhD program prepares PhD candidates to become independent researchers. The Doctoral Program is offered at Kühne Logistics University (KLU).

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 yearsTuition not available

University of Mannheim4,2(18)

Mannheim, Germany Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The University of Mannheim hosts an exceptional Sociology doctoral program. Renowned for its academic excellence and distinguished faculty, this program offers a comprehensive exploration of advanced theories and methodologies in sociology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

TU Dresden4,1(25)

Dresden, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Biophysics

Biophysics is an increasingly popular discipline that applies the approaches and methods of physics to unravel the underlying organizational principles of biological systems. This programme is offered at TU Dresden.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3½ yearsFree

University of Münster4,6(99)

Münster, Germany +3 Top 1% in Worldwide

MSCA Doctoral Network on "Spatial Communication and Ageing across Languages"

16 fully-funded PhD positions available in SCALASixteen PhD positions are available in the combined Marie Sklodowska-Curie-UKRI Doctoral Network “SCALA - Spatial Communication and Ageing across Languages”. SCALA will i) identify, catalogue, and understand the causal origins of spatial communication differences in the later lifespan across speakers of different languages and across varying spatial environments, and ii) develop technological systems for spatial communication that have the potential to improve quality of life for older adults.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

Tuition not available

Philip University in Marburg4,4(14)

Marburg an der Lahn, Germany Top 3% in Worldwide

Biology

Embark on a journey of biological exploration at Philip University in Marburg, distinguished for its doctoral program in Biology. This program stands as a testament to the institution's dedication to advancing knowledge in the life sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf4,2(13)

Düsseldorf, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Health

The Faculty of Medicine at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf confers the academic title of Doctor of Public Health (Dr. PH) subject to completing regular doctoral examination proceedings.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus

4 yearsFree

Bielefeld University4,3(19)

Bielefeld, Germany Top 4% in Worldwide

History

The Bielefeld University Department of History offers excellent conditions for a successful doctorate. These include the early promotion of academic independence, the international networking of doctoral students, and an intensive supervision.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Bielefeld University4,3(19)

Bielefeld, Germany Top 4% in Worldwide

Bioinformatics

This doctoral Bioinformatics programme from Bielefeld University is dedicated to leading research in bioinformatics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf4,2(13)

Düsseldorf, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

Plant Ecological Genetics

The integrated graduate programme in Plant Ecological Genetics (GEcoGen) provides early-career researchers a training environment for developing scientific and professional expertise in both Molecular Biology and Ecology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Mannheim4,2(18)

Mannheim, Germany Top 3% in Worldwide

Political Science

The University of Mannheim is proud to offer an esteemed Political Science doctoral program. Renowned for its academic excellence and distinguished faculty, this program provides a comprehensive exploration of advanced theories and methodologies in political science.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Passau4,2(17)

Passau, Germany Top 8% in Worldwide

Law

The Faculty of Law at University of Passau awards the degree of doctor of laws (doctor iuris) on the basis of a written doctoral thesis and an oral defence.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz4,1(158)

Mainz, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

ATLAS - Translational Medicine

ATLAS - Translational Medicine at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is an international graduate program with a strong focus on translational medicine. ATLAS covers immunotherapy, computational biology, infectious diseases, cardiovascular, aging and regenerative biomedicine.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 yearsFree

University of Göttingen4,2(28)

Göttingen, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Behavior and Cognition

The focus of this PhD Degree in Behavior and Cognition from University of Göttingen is on the foundations and the evolution of nonhuman and human primate behavior. Research projects are undertaken in the fields of psychology, anthropology and evolutionary biology, with an emphasis on comparative approaches.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Göttingen4,2(28)

Göttingen, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Biomolecules: Structure-Function-Dynamics

The doctoral program "Biomolecules: Structure-Function-Dynamics" from the University of Göttingen, is a member of the Göttingen Graduate School for Neurosciences and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB).

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Bamberg4,3(7)

Bamberg, Germany

Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS)

The Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS) at University of Bamberg was established in 2010 to create an innovative working and learning environment for exceptionally qualified doctoral researchers.

Doctorate Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Lübeck4,5(2)

Lübeck, Germany Top 5% in Worldwide

Computing in Medicine and Life Sciences

The mission of the Graduate School for Computing in Medicine and Life Sciences at University of Lübeck is to train outstanding doctoral students through a structured teaching and research programme within an interdisciplinary and international environment. The programme for doctoral education is characterized by professional supervision and a quality curriculum.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Würzburg4,7(18)

Würzburg, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS)

The Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS) at University of Würzburg provides doctoral researchers with structured doctoral training. In return, the doctoral researcher has to meet additional requirements in order to successfully compete our graduate program.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Göttingen4,2(28)

Göttingen, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Mathematical Sciences

The spectrum of possible Ph.D research topics ranges from pure over applied mathematics to mathematical statistics. Ph.D projects may also be interdisciplinary, with close connections to other disciplines, such as mathematical physics or biophysics on the Mathematical Sciences programme from University of Göttingen.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Göttingen4,2(28)

Göttingen, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Molecular Biology

This intensive programme in Molecular Biology from University of Göttingen leads graduates with a bachelor's degree to a Master of Science (M.Sc.) within 18 months.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree