Structured doctoral programmes at the University of Freiburg enable doctoral candidates to research a topic comprehensively and in an interdisciplinary manner within a network of supervisors, postdocs and other doctoral researchers.
A key feature of these programmes is the joint research context. Doctoral candidates often work in thematically focussed groups and projects, which promotes scientific exchange and collaboration. Regular colloquia, workshops, qualification courses and conferences are integral components and offer additional learning and networking opportunities.
Such programmes also have a clearly defined duration, financial support structure and supervision concept which help doctoral candidates to complete their research within a predictable timeframe.
The University of Freiburg has six graduate schools in various disciplines that serve a broad research network and support doctoral students by organising networking and qualification opportunities, among other offers.
DFG-funded Research Training Groups and Collaborative Research Centres with integrated Research Training Groups at the University of Freiburg support early career researchers by equipping them with the relevant tools and qualifications for a successful career.
EU-funded doctoral programmes such as Marie Skłodowska Curie Innovative Training Networks enable excellent research across international borders.
International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRS) offer cooperation between renowned Max Planck Institutes and universities. At the University of Freiburg there is the IMPRS for Epigenetics, Immunobiology and Metabolism.