The following application documents must be submitted:

• An informal essay which gives insight into the skills, motivation and interest in specific areas including professional expectations and plans.
• CV
• Certificates: high school diploma or equivalent certificate, tertiary education certificates, diplomas, etc.
• If available, list of scientific publications and relevant research evidence of courses attended and/or study periods abroad.
• Proof of English language skills or German language skills for applicants from non-German speaking countries.

The application documents must be sent by email (a complete, named document in PDF format including personal details) to the following address: veronika.pfister@pmu.ac.at

Application deadline

There is no admissions process. The PhD Commission decides on the eligibility of candidates on the basis of the submitted application documents. If the number of applicants exceeds the admission limit, interviews are conducted by the PhD Commission. Factors which are considered include academic and scientific achievements during the undergraduate degree, any scientific publications, future projects and the intended dissertation subject.