PhD

Bielefeld Graduate School in Theoretical Sciences

Bielefeld University

Bielefeld, Germany

Program Overview

The Bielefeld Graduate School in Theoretical Sciences (BGTS) is a joint institution of the Departments of Business Administration and Economics, Mathematics, Physics, and the Center for Mathematical Economics at Bielefeld University. As an umbrella organisation of several structured research programmes in theoretical sciences at Bielefeld University, the BGTS provides a structured, internationally oriented doctoral study programme comprising courses, seminars, international workshops, soft skills training and social events. Doctoral candidates in the BGTS study programme can pursue their doctoral studies within the programme of a participating research training group (https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/einrichtungen/bgts/graduate-education/participating-program/ ) as well as independently and under supervision from a BGTS scientist. Further information about the BGTS (list of scientists, research training groups, cooperation partners, etc.) can be found on the BGTS website ( https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/einrichtungen/bgts/ ).

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Financials

Tuition FeesNone
Living Expenses
Note: This programme appears tuition-free, but students should still budget for the semester contribution and living expenses.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Only for doctoral programmes: any time

Duration

6 semesters

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Career Outcomes

Postdoctoral ResearcherUniversity LecturerResearch ScientistIndustry R&D Specialist

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

The stated annual salary (e.g., TV-L E13: €50,000–€65,000 for 100%) refers to a full-time position. In practice, many universities and public research institutes (such as Leibniz institutes) offer part-time contracts, commonly 50%, 65%, or 75%, and only occasionally 100%. The actual salary is therefore proportional to the contract percentage. Applicants are strongly advised to clarify the employment percentage before accepting an offer.

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

Please consult the web pages of the participating structured research programmes for specific information about language requirements: https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/einrichtungen/bgts/graduate-education/participating-program/

IELTS not requiredNo extra certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

Please consult the web pages of the participating structured research programmes for specific information about admission requirements: https://www.uni-bielefeld.de/einrichtungen/bgts/graduate-education/participating-program/

APS Certificate

Not required for PhD/doctoral programmes.

IELTS Score

Not specified

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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