Are you interested in pursuing a doctorate at the Faculty of Languages and Literatures?
Prerequisites
- A degree in a subject relevant to the doctoral studies from a state-recognised university with an overall grade of ‘good’ or better. A Magister, Diplom or Master's degree as well as the "Erste wissenschaftliche Staatsprüfung für ein Lehramt" are accepted.
- A supervisor for your doctoral project
- For more detailed information please also check the Faculty's doctoral degree regulations (version 2024)
Find a supervisor
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You can pursue a doctorate in any subject that is represented by a professor of the faculty.
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If you have not yet found a supervisor for your doctoral project, you can inform yourself about the professors and their specialisms on the pages of the departments.
Admission
The following documents are required for admission:
Please send these documents by e-mail to promotion.slf@hu-berlin.de in two PDF documents:
1. One PDF contains your university degree documents.
2. The other PDF contains the application for doctoral studies and the supervision agreement.
Funding opportunities
International students
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The International Office supports international doctoral students in all matters relating to their stay in Germany - such as finding accommodation or applying for a residence permit or visa. In addition, the International Office regularly offers workshops and events aimed primarily at international students.
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Cotutelle procedures are binational doctoral procedures that require extensive preparation and involve a great deal of bureaucracy. If you are planning a doctorate in the cotutelle procedure, please contact the Graduate Center or the Doctoral Office in advance.
