Information on obtaining a doctoral degree at Münster University
In many occupations a doctoral degree is a requirement for being hired. Depending on the subject, obtaining a doctoral degree takes between two and five years. Before starting, however, you have to apply for your doctoral studies and to enrol. There are also special deadlines and requirements to be observed.
List of doctoral courses
Further information for applicants
As far as doctoral courses are concerned, a distinction is made between two groups of applicants:
- Individual doctorate: The University of Münster provides opportunities for students to work on their own individual doctorate in one of the University’s departments.
Information on doctorate procedures
- Structured doctoral work: Münster University enables graduates to gain their doctorate in a structured programme, for example in a graduate school.
Information on working for a doctorate in a structured programme
Contact
Astrid Burgbacher International OfficeSchlossplatz 3
48149 Münster | Germany
Tel.: +49 251 83-22254
Fax: +49 251 83-22226
international.applicants@uni-muenster.de
Office hours:
See International Office
Links
- International Office
- Map of WWU buildings
- International Centre
"Die Brücke" - Career Service
- Student Advisory and Counselling Centre (ZSB)
- Registrar´s Office
- Language Centre
- Student Support Services
- German Academic Exchange Service
- EURAXESS Deutschland
- Federal Foreign Office
- City of Münster
- Virtual Tour of Münster
