At BTU, international doctoral students may choose to prepare an individual doctoral thesis (not as part of a structured programme) or follow a structured PhD programme.

Application for a Doctoral Degree

Generally it is possible to complete a doctorate in all study courses at BTU.  Information regarding the degree programmes offered at BTU can be found on the BTU website.

A requirement for a doctorate is a completed tertiary education with a German diploma or an equal degree such as a Master’s degree that is based upon an undergraduate course resulting in a Bachelor’s degree.

Applications for all doctoral programmes are accepted at any time. There are no fixed application deadlines. The doctoral studies may also begin at any time. 

 Application Procedure

Application for a Ph.D. Programme   

Ph.D. - Environmental and Resource Management (ERM)
The BTU offers the Ph.D.-Programme "Environmental and Resource Management" at the faculty 4 (Environmental Science and Process Engineering). 

Please see the ERM website for detailed information on this programme and for the application procedure, or contact  Dmitry Palekhov via mail.

Ph.D. - Heritage Studies (HS)
The International Graduate School: Heritage Studies at Cottbus University offers an interdisciplinary PhD program­me that aims at national as well as international prospective students.

For detailed information on the Ph.D. Programm Heitage Studies please follow this link.

•Please read the doctoral regulations regarding your field of study.