Basic course of a doctorate
The path to a PhD at h_da follows a clearly structured process. This process is essentially the same regardless of whether you are pursuing a PhD as part of a collaborative programme or at a doctoral centre with h_da's own right to award doctorates. The PhD process is divided into several phases that build on one another:
CHecking the requirements
- Completion of a degree (usually a Master’s degree)
- Identification of a research gap and an idea for own academic research
- Funding for the duration of the PhD programme
Preparation and start
- Information on PhD programmes at h_da
- Immatriculation at h_da or Registration with the Darmstadt Graduate School
- Drafting a research proposal
- Attending introductory sessions
- Deciding on the type and path of your PhD
- Finding supervision at h_da
Concept and Application for Acceptance
- Drafting the research proposal
- If necessary, finding a supervisor at the partner university
- Signing a supervision agreement
- Submitting the application for acceptance
- Acceptance as a doctoral candidate
Research during the PhD
- Research work
- Writing the dissertation
- Accompanying doctoral studies
- Progress reports
- Where applicable: interim report or transfer/ confirmation examination
All h_da researchers are required to adhere to the rules of good scientific practice.