Doctoral programme guide Formal steps for beginning your doctorate
Each of the 13 academic faculties of Heidelberg University independently regulates and governs doctoral training and is responsible for admitting and registering its own doctoral candidates.
The formal procedures that you must carry out depend on whether you choose individual doctoral training or a structured doctoral program.
Important note
Please be aware that the Graduate Academy and other University offices are not able to make contact with potential supervisors on your behalf.
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