PhD / Doctorate •

Degree

Dr rer nat

Teaching language

• English

Languages

Lectures, courses and events are conducted in English. The student may pass exams in English. The doctoral thesis may be submitted in English or German.

Programme duration

9 semesters or more

Beginning

Winter and summer semester

Application deadline

30 November for the summer semester
15 April for the winter semester

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme

No

Joint degree / double degree programme

No

Description/content

PhD in Mathematics
Our Graduate School is organised into the following sections:
A - Algebra, Number Theory and Logic
B - Analysis and Differential Equations
C - Discrete Mathematics
D - Geometry and Topology
E - Numerical Mathematics and Scientific Computing
F - Stochastics

International elements

• International guest lecturers
• Study trips
• Projects with partners in Germany and abroad

Integrated internships

Internships are possible.

Teaching/work obligations or opportunities

Assistantships are a frequent mode of funding. Students are not required to prepare and teach lecture courses.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses

No

Course-specific, integrated English language courses

No

Tuition fees per semester in EUR

None

Semester contribution

The University of Bonn is a public university, meaning that it does not charge tuition fees. However, all students must pay the so-called social contribution (semester fee) of about 330 EUR per semester. It includes a student transit pass for public transport and a statutory accident insurance, among other things.

Costs of living

Compared to the rest of Europe, living in Germany is not very expensive; in fact, it is only slightly above the EU average. The cost of living for students in Bonn is around 800 EUR to 1,000 EUR, with rent accounting for the largest share.

Funding opportunities within the university

No

Academic admission requirements

Academic admission requirements include a Master of Science with thesis. In exceptional cases, an outstanding Bachelor's degree may be accepted.

Language requirements

The applicant must submit evidence of proficiency in English. This can take the form of a test (TOEFL, IELTS or similar), a note showing previous instruction in English or the record of English courses taken. The applicant's ability to speak English should be on the level of the TOEFL with results of 550 points (written test) or 80 points (Internet-based test).

The language of instruction is English. The dissertation and exams can be written in English. Members of BIGS are expected to learn some German.

Application deadline

30 November for the summer semester
15 April for the winter semester

Submit application to

http://www.bigs-math.uni-bonn.de/application/online-application/

Possibility of finding part-time employment

Research and teaching assistantships are available.

Accommodation

We cannot organise accommodation, but we have contacts of suitable accommodation available for successful applicants.

Structured research and supervision

Yes

Research training / discussion

Yes

Career advisory service

The University of Bonn has a central career service, which provides a range of advice and support about choosing a career and applying for jobs. Moreover, international students can join the "iStart" career programme, which teaches participants tangible knowledge and valuable skills that will enable them to write successful applications for jobs in Germany. The programme is geared toward giving students a successful career path both during and after their studies, thus making it easier for them to enter the job market.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates

• Accompanying programme

Supervisor-student ratio

1:1

University of Bonn

As the former capital of Germany and the seat of the United Nations in Europe, Bonn stands for internationality and diversity. As a globally renowned research institution, this also applies to the university: In addition to research and teaching collaborations with partners around the globe, it is characterised not least by its diverse student body with more than 5,000 students and doctoral candidates from over 136 countries.

According to the Times Higher Education Ranking 2023, the University of Bonn is one of the most international universities in the world and occupies the top position within the diverse university landscape of North Rhine-Westphalia. This international orientation has a long tradition: The university has maintained relationships with universities abroad for a long time. For example, there are interdepartmental cooperation agreements with almost 40 universities around the world.

In addition, the University of Bonn cooperates with 300 partner universities within the framework of student exchange programmes. The internationality of the University of Bonn is also reflected in its range of courses: There are now 38 international degree programmes, many of which are taught entirely in English or other foreign languages or lead to a double degree with a partner university.

33,000 Students
38 International degree programmes
University location

Bonn is a beautiful and historic city located on the banks of the Rhine and also known as the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven. At the same time, it is a modern, lively and cosmopolitan city with a high quality of life. Bonn is also the German city of the United Nations with 25 UN institutions and many international organisations. With over 5,000 international students from more than 136 countries, the university contributes significantly to the international flair of the city of Bonn.

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