PhD Mathematical Sciences at University of Göttingen

Programme overview

With a doctoral degree in mathematics, you can pursue a research career in mathematics or take up an attractive leadership position outside academia.

Faculty: Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science | Duration: 6 semesters (3 years) | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter or summer semester | Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

The Ph.D. programme usually takes three years and is integrated into the doctoral programme in Mathematical Sciences. During the entire programme, doctoral candidates are enrolled as students of the University of Göttingen.

Career pathways

With a doctoral degree in mathematics, you can pursue a research career in mathematics or take up an attractive leadership position outside academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: Application via the Faculty. Admission requirements: Master in mathematics alternatively, an application with a master's degree in natural sciences is possible. Language requirements: Proficiency in written and spoken. English is required Further requirements: confirmation of a faculty member to act as an advisor is required. Open Ph.D. positions, if available, are listed under the university’s job announcements: Vacancies of the university.

Intake: Winter or summer semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/46792.html

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