ELIGIBILITY:

Programmes are targeted at PhD candidates with a masters degree and a strong foundation in economics, law, political science, sociology, public administration, management or related fields. Admission to our PhD programmes are competitive and each application will be evaluated along academic criteria by our central admission committee. In addition, it is necessary that a dissertation can be supervsied at the school by one of our faculty members.

You can apply while your master’s programme is still ongoing. Please submit all transcripts and certificates you have acquired by the time of your application. The final master’s degree transcript and certificate must be submitted at the latest upon matriculation (i.e., by 1 August).

If you receive a scholarship from the Hertie School, employment is limited to 10 hours a week. Furthermore, there is a salary limit. Candidates with part-time positions (limited to 20h/week max.) at the Hertie School may adjust their PhD study plan in accordance with their professional obligations. The respective arrangements must be agreed upon with the PhD Board.

BENEFIT:

The Hertie School does not charge tuition fees for its doctoral programmes. Each year we offer eight competitive three-year stipends of 1450 euros per month plus a monthly health insurance contribution of up to 200 euros.

Student Life Team will offer support with administrative issues such as visa, residence permits, health insurance, etc. Please visit their website or write an e-mail to studentlife@hertie-school.org.