The Graduate Academy works together with other university departments to further develop programs for doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers. These include, in particular, counseling, skills development, and support services, as well as networking opportunities.

Counseling and Support: Questions regarding doctorate, the postdoctoral phase, or future academic careers can take many forms. The Graduate Academy provides guidance and helps researchers find the right contacts and services within the university. 

The Graduate Academy is supported in this effort by the Liaison Officer of the Graduate Academyand the Career Hubwithin the Career Development Office/Academic Staff Development of the Staff Unit Talent Development and Diversity.

Qualification: An academic career involves more than just good research. Our qualification courses support the development of transferable skills and complement the specialist qualifications offered within the faculties.

Funding: The Graduate Academy supports doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers with various funding opportunities. Each funding program has its own specific eligibility requirements.

Networking: Exchange creates new perspectives and connections. The Graduate Academy offers opportunities for networking across faculties and disciplines and supports exchange among researchers in the early stages of their careers (e.g., regular get-togethers for doctoral candidates).

Doctoral candidates: The Graduate Academy supports all doctoral candidates who have successfully registered.

REGISTER AS DOCTORAL CANDIDATE

Postdoctoral Researchers: The Graduate Academy supports all registered postdoctoral researchers at the University of Rostock and the University Medical Center Rostock for up to six years after they have completed their doctorate. Unfortunately, postdoctoral researchers at affiliated institutes (such as IOW, LIKAT, etc.) are not eligible to take advantage of the Graduate Academy’s services.

REGISTER AS POSTDOC

The Graduate Academy collaborates with various stakeholders both within and outside the university. Together, they continue to develop programs and structures and create new opportunities for the qualification and career phases.