Your path to a doctorate at Goethe University
Here you will find information and guidance to help you get your research project off to a successful start.

Requirements and administrative procedures for a doctorate vary by discipline. You can therefore find more information on the websites of the faculties. If you have any questions, you are welcome to make use of GRADE’s individual advice services.
The Goethe Welcome Centre (GWC) provides support and guidance to international doctoral candidates at Goethe University and their families on non-academic matters, including visa and residence regulations, accommodation, and health insurance. In addition, the GWC supports their social and cultural integration. To clarify any questions before your stay, please contact the GWC at an early stage.


For subject-specific questions, please have a look at the information, contact points, and doctoral offices of the faculties:

The starter kit includes informational materials to help you get off to a successful start in your doctorate, including a brochure on funding opportunities, guidelines for doctoral supervision, and further GRADE services.