Doctoral Training in Heidelberg
Forms of doctoral training
It is possible to obtain a doctoral degree in any of the subjects offered at the university. Doctoral training can be carried out on an individual basis or within a structured doctoral program.
Doctoral guidelines
On the pages below we provide information about the academic prerequisites for doctoral training, the steps necessary for beginning your training, language requirements, funding and doctoral regulations. If you need more information, we will be happy to help you.
Formal steps and requirements
- ► Basic prerequisites
- ► Formal steps for beginning your doctorate
- ► Research visits in Heidelberg
- ► Language requirements
- ► Funding
Regulatory framework
heiDOCS – Doctoral Training in Heidelberg
heiDOCS is the comprehensive quality management program for doctoral candidates and early stage researchers at Heidelberg University. You will find further information about the program and its goals below.
Arriving and Living in Heidelberg
We can help you with information about entrance visas and residence permits, various forms of insurance, finding housing, living in Heidelberg and much more.
