On these pages, you will find all the key information regarding the Dr.*in phil. doctoral programme at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.

Supporting researchers during their doctoral studies is a key priority for our faculty. The doctoral programme serves as proof of outstanding academic achievement and, upon successful completion of the doctoral examination procedure, leads to the award of a doctoral degree.

Below you will find information on planning and funding your doctoral studies, study periods abroad, networks, and the advisory and workshop services available.

 

The doctoral examination procedure Doctoral Examinations Board is responsible for your doctoral proceedings. The current doctoral degree regulations can be found here (reading version). If you have any questions or require guidance, Dr Anda-Lisa Harmening will be happy to advise you.

 

Fur­ther in­form­a­tion

Do­ing a doc­tor­ate?

Are you interested in a doctorate? On our overview page you will find advice, further information and numerous literature references.

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The doc­tor­al pro­ced­ure

Would you like to get an overview of the doctoral procedure and/or find out about the publication of your doctoral dissertation? information? Are you interested in the tasks of the doctoral committee or the requirements of good scientific practice?

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Fin­an­cing

Are you interested in possible financing options during your doctorate? On our web pages on the subject of "Financing" we give you an overview of various financing options.

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In­ter­na­tion­al

Are you an international doctoral candidate and thinking about a stay at UPB's KW or are you planning a stay abroad as a doctoral candidate at UPB? You can find an initial overview of formalities and access checklists for planning your stay on our "International Affairs" website.

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Net­works

Are you looking for exchange opportunities with postdocs from our faculty or would you like to register as a scholarship holder in the scholarship network? Are you interested in interdisciplinary workshops? You can find further information on our web pages on the topic of "Networks".

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Ca­reers

Would you like to plan your own career or discuss it? Would you like to take part in coaching and training programmes? You will find links to programmes and opportunities to find out about your career options on our "Careers" web pages.

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In­form­a­tion for su­per­visors of doc­tor­al can­did­ates

Are you a supervisor of doctoral candidates and looking for further information? We will be happy to help you on our web pages on "Information for supervisors of doctoral candidates".

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Equal­ity & Di­versity

Are you interested in topics relating to equality and diversity? On our "Equality & Diversity" website, you will find information on the services offered by the central Equal Opportunities Officer as well as an overview of possible contact points and contact persons.

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Con­flict coun­selling

Are you looking for contact persons and contact points in the context of conflict counselling? On our web pages on the topic of "Conflict Counselling" you will find possible contacts and information on conflict counselling at Paderborn University and specifically at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.

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In­terest groups

Are you looking for contact persons who represent your interests as a doctoral student or would you like to get involved in higher education policy yourself? Below you will find links to institutions and contact persons who can help you.

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Sci­entif­ic work

Are you looking for information on self-management, research methods, good scientific practice and research ethics? Are you planning a scientific conference and want to get an overview of the planning steps? We will be happy to help you on our website on the subject of "Scientific work".

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Do­ing a doc­tor­ate with dis­ab­il­it­ies

You are interested in topics related to doctoral studies with impairments or need counselling regarding impairments and/or psychosocial concerns. You can find contact persons and further information on our web pages on the subject of "Doctoral studies with disabilities".

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FAQ

In our FAQs you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions in the context of the doctoral procedure.

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Ref­er­ences

We would like to draw your attention to our website for literature references on doctoral guides and further literature on the doctoral and postdoctoral phase (only available in German).

We are happy to help:

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Dr.in Anda-Lisa Harmening

Graduate Center of the Faculty of Arts and Humanites

Consultations for PhD-Students and Postdocs

Write email +49 5251 60-3913
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Anke Riebau

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

International Relations Manager / Faculty Coordinator Internships Abroad

Write email +49 5251 60-4013