PhD / Doctorate •

Degree

Doctor of Natural Sciences (Dr rer nat)

Doctoral degree or degree awarded by

University of Konstanz

In cooperation with

Department of Biology of the University of Konstanz

Teaching language

• English

Languages

The entire course is taught in English. German is not required, but it is recommended to learn the German language so as to increase integration into the local community and culture.

Full-time / part-time

• full-time

Programme duration

8 semesters

Beginning

Only for doctoral programmes: any time

Additional information on beginning, duration and mode of study

Latest starting date is 1 October 2024.

Application deadline

Application deadline for 2024 doctoral projects is in December 2023.

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme

No

Joint degree / double degree programme

No

Description/content

The IMPRS-QBEE is a structured graduate programme for outstanding doctoral candidates from around the world whose research interests lie within the fields of animal behaviour, ecology, evolution, physiology and neurobiology and are seeking a starting platform with a stimulating and competitive environment to give their careers a boost.

Course organisation

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A Diploma supplement will be issued

Yes

International elements

• Projects with partners in Germany and abroad

Teaching/work obligations or opportunities

Teaching opportunities are provided for those that are keen to share their skills.

Special promotion / funding of the programme

• IMPRS

Course-specific, integrated German language courses

No

Course-specific, integrated English language courses

No

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Semester contribution

The semester contribution at the University of Konstanz is approx. 176 EUR.

Funding opportunities within the university

No

Academic admission requirements

We seek to prepare young motivated researchers with the minimum entry requirement of a Master's or an equivalent degree level. In exceptional cases, graduates with a four-year Bachelor’s degree (with written thesis) in a related subject are considered.

It is not necessary to hold the final degree at the time of application.

Language requirements

Candidates need to be fluent in written and spoken English and – unless they are native speakers – have to document their proficiency in English (e.g. TOEFL). German is not required. Students from abroad will be offered opportunities to take German courses.

Application deadline

Application deadline for 2024 doctoral projects is in December 2023.

Submit application to

https://imprs-qbee.mpg.de/

Structured research and supervision

Yes

Research training / discussion

Yes

Career advisory service

A career advisory service offered by MAX PLANCK and the University of Konstanz.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates

• Welcome event
• Buddy programme
• Accompanying programme
• Specialist counselling
• Visa matters

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