PhD programs

PhD programs are available in:

Geography, Geochemistry, Geobiology, Geology, Geophysics, Cristallography, Mineralogy, Palaeontology, Petrology or Vulkanology.

Please register using this link before you submit the application form to the Dean's office.

The application form for admission to a doctoral study can be downloaded here (only in German available)

Please note: New doctoral regulations apply to students who register from April 1, 2024. The new regulations can be downloaded here (only in German available).

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Submission of  Dissertation with accompanying documents

Note: Before you can submit your dissertation you have to fill out the 'Application form for admission to the doctoral examination' (only in German available). You have to submit this form together with your thesis and all accompanying documents. You can download the application form here (in German). Please arrange an appointment with the dean's office to submit your dissertation personally.

Dissertations available for consideration at the dean’s office: at least 2 weeks during lecture period or 6 weeks during lecture-free period.

Invitation for examination: 8 days before the examination date.

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