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PhD students and prospective PhD candidates

How to apply for a Ph.D. at the University of Potsdam

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers a free online course where you'll learn how to find a doctoral position, how to write a good application and how to find a doctoral supervisor.

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Prospective PhD candidates

Unsure about starting a PhD? You are intent on doing a PhD but don't know how to find a supervisor? Find out more.

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Admission and Enrollment

Information about Admission and Enrollment in the University of Potsdam for international PhD candidates.

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Visa

If you need a visa for your research stay in Potsdam, you'll find out here. We are happy to provide more detailed information upon request.

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Housing

You are looking for a place to stay in Potsdam or Berlin? Information about housing conditions, rooms, guest houses, and flats can be found here.

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Registration Form

To be able to assist you best, we kindly ask you to register with the Welcome Center via our online form.
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