1. Earning a Doctorate in Germany
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2. Why complete a doctorate in Germany? Paths to a Doctorate How to start
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Why complete a doctorate in Germany?
Paths to a Doctorate
How to start
DAAD Scholarship Programme

3. an outstanding research infrastructure
Germany offers…
an outstanding research infrastructure
over 140 higher education institutions have the right to award doctorates
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4. Doctoral candidates are welcomed at Universities Research Institutes
Industry
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5. Is globally accredited and respected
A German doctorate
Is globally accredited and respected
Certifies specialist knowledge of independent research
Opens up opportunities for an international career
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6. 700 departments allow students to write the thesis in English
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7. State higher eductation institutions do not charge tution fees for doctoral study!
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8. Paths to a doctorate Traditional / Guided by a supervisor
Structured Doctoral Programmes

9. Paths to a doctorate Traditional / Guided by a supervisor
Work very independently
Consultation by supervisor
Internal/external doctorate

10. Paths to a doctorate Structured Programme
Guided by a team of supervisors
Supporting curriculum
interdisciplinary

11. How to find a supervisor or programme? Invest a lot of time and work
Look for someone matching your research topic
Use databases
Consult with Germany alumni at your university
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12. Paths to a doctorate Making contact Demonstrate your interest
Show that you are well-informed
Outline of research, time schedule and bibliography
Paths to a doctorate

13. Found a supervisor?
Eligibility as a doctoral candidate must be confirmed by the responsible department or doctoral committee
Some universities require candidates to apply for admission to the doctoral examination at this phase

14. DAAD Scholarship Requirements
Future faculty for Palestinian universities
Excellent grades
6.5 IELTS / TOEFL 79
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15. How to apply?
Follow requirements & instructions on our website:
Find and follow online application procedure via:
submit one printout of your online application summary & original recommendation letters (in sealed envelopes) to the DAAD IC Jerusalem

16. Timeline Deadline: 31st August 2017
Pre- selection interviews: October 2017
Final selection in Germany: January 2018
Announcement of results: March 2018
Start German course: Summer 2018
Start research at host institution: Autumn 2018

17. Calls will be published in July
Please note:
Calls will be published in July
Check for changes to requirements or procedure!
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18. Thank you for your attention
Christina Stahlbock
Head of DAAD Information Centre (IC) East Jerusalem
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