Universität Rostock - Research - Doctoral Programmes - Doctoral degree abroad

Comprehensive information on doctoral programmes abroad can be found on the sites of the International Office.

A wide range of promotion opportunities are available:

• Hermes research promotion of the University of  Rostock
• The German Academic Exchange Service provides a database specifically for promotion options of studies, research and education abroad (annual, short-term, summer language course and subject-related course scholarships).
• Scholarship of the country in which the doctoral degree is pursued

Information on university co-operations of the University of Rostock and existing contact offices are available on the sites of the International Office. A full overview of the existing co-operations can be found on the sites of Hochschulrektorenkonferenz.

In addition, the sites of the International Office publish latest tenders of programmes, scholarships and other promotion opportunities for graduates and scientists.

Comprehensive information on a doctoral programme abroad can be found on the sites of the International Office.

Furthermore, the Welcome Center of the University of Rostock supports international doctoral candidates, post-doctoral candidates and guest researchers and their families to plan, prepare and manage their stay in Rostock and provides information and tailored assistance for many practical issues.

The Welcome Center sees itself as central point of contact and service which offers independent service and establishes contacts to already existing service institutions. Further information is available on the websites of the Welcome Center.

Click here to find further important information on the basic administrative procedure.

Every year, the faculties at the University of Rostock organise various summer schools. The summer schools aim to provide opportunities for international students and graduates to deepen and extend their knowledge in a specific subject area, get insight in the various subject areas of the university and support the exchange of information.

Information on current summer schools at the University of Rostock can be found on the sites of the International Office.