Germany

344 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

Hannover Medical School5,0(3)

Hannover, Germany Top 5% in Worldwide

Auditory Sciences

The Auditory Sciences program at Hannover Medical School has been developed within the framework of the Joint Research Academy of the Cluster of Excellence Hearing4all. It is one of the PhD Programs of the Hannover Biomedical Research School, integrated into the Hannover School of Medicine (MHH).

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

University of Mannheim4,2(18)

Mannheim, Germany Top 3% in Worldwide

Management

The University of Mannheim is home to a prestigious Management doctoral program. Renowned for its academic excellence and distinguished faculty, this program provides a comprehensive exploration of advanced theories and methodologies in management.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Cologne4,2(53)

Köln, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Natural Sciences

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at University of Cologne awards the degree of Doctor of Natural Sciences (doctor rerum naturalium, Dr. rer. nat.; English: Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Sciences, Ph.D.) based on a written and published scientific work (dissertation) and a Oral examination (disputation) in a mathematical and scientific subject.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Justus Liebig University Giessen4,2(21)

Gießen, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

Natural Sciences and Psychology

Embark on an intellectual odyssey at Justus Liebig University Giessen, exploring the frontiers of Natural Sciences and Psychology through our distinguished doctoral program. Unveil the mysteries of these domains under the guidance of esteemed faculty and within the innovative academic milieu of JLU Giessen.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

School of International Business and Entrepreneurship (SIBE)

Berlin, Germany

Business Administration

The School of International Business and Entrepreneurship (SIBE)'s Business Administration doctoral program stands as a pinnacle of academic pursuit in the field of business administration.

D.B.A. Part-time On-campus

3 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

University of Bonn4,5(177)

Bonn, Germany Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Aortic Disease

In a joint and multidisciplinary effort between the University of Bonn, the University of Cologne, and the University of Düsseldorf, the Aortic Disease research group investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms of aortic disease holistically.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

TU Dresden4,1(25)

Dresden, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Volition and Cognitive Control

The Volition and Cognitive Control research group at TU Dresden combines expertise from experimental psychology, cognitive-affective neuroscience and neuroimaging, clinical psychology, psychiatry and neurology to investigate mechanisms, modulators, and dysfunctions of volitional control on psychological and neural levels of analysis.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)4,1(45)

Erlangen, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Exploring Brain Mechanics

The Exploring Brain Mechanics research group at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) aims to exploit mechanics-based approaches to advance understanding of CNS function and, as a long-term vision, to provide the foundation for future improvement of diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin4,8(5)

Berlin, Germany Top 7% in Worldwide

Health Data Sciences

The PhD Program in Health Data Sciences at the Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin is aimed at qualified young scientists interested in: deepening their methodological knowledge in the fields of biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, meta-research, population health science and medical informatics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Heidelberg University4,3(23)

Heidelberg, Germany Top 0.5% in Worldwide

People with Dementia in Acute-Care Hospitals

The goal of this People with Dementia in Acute-Care Hospitals program at Heidelberg University is characterized by a high quality of research, practical relevance of patient-centered dissertation topics, and by a vibrant intellectual environment which includes multidisciplinary collaboration projects with various faculties and departments.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Leipzig University3,9(39)

Leipzig, Germany Top 3% in Worldwide

Integrated Chemical Micro Laboratories

The aim of the Integrated Chemical Micro Laboratories research group at Leipzig University is to investigate the possibilities and limits of integrated, miniaturized synthesis and analytical laboratories.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

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

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

Heidelberg University4,3(23)

Heidelberg, Germany Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Helmholtz International Graduate School for Cancer Research

Helmholtz International Graduate School for Cancer Research PhD students at Heidelberg University conduct research at the forefront of basic, computational, epidemiological and translational cancer research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Heidelberg University4,3(23)

Heidelberg, Germany Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Molecular Virology

Modern Molecular Virology emerged as a novel discipline that integrates classical virology, cell biology, biochemistry and molecular biology. This program is offered at Heidelberg University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

Heidelberg University4,3(23)

Heidelberg, Germany Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Mathematical Modeling for the Quantitative Biosciences

The Research Training Group (RTG) Mathematical Modeling for the Quantitative Biosciences (MMQB) offers a structured and comprehensive education in quantitative biology at the PhD level for the first time at Heidelberg University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Würzburg4,7(18)

Würzburg, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

Science and Technology

The doctoral training program of the Graduate School of Science and Technology at the University of Würzburg is designed for a three-year period. In addition to ongoing research for their dissertation, doctoral candidates take part in both obligatory and elective training courses.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree