Doing a Doctorate: A Path for You? Essential Insights to Help You Decide
A workshop offered by the Bonn Graduate Center
Are you considering a doctorate but unsure if it’s the right choice for you? This workshop provides key insights to help you make an informed decision.
Online Workshop
Thursday, May 15, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Trainer
Dr. Annika Bartsch
Language
English
Location
Online
Target Group
Master's students interested in pursuing a doctorate and doctoral students in their first year
Track(s)
Research
Certificate
4 units are applicable within the Doctorate plus certificate
Description
We will explore the motivations, challenges, and career implications of doing a doctorate, as well as practical steps for preparation and a strong start. Learn how to identify the right research topic, secure funding, and build a productive work environment.
Content
- Decision-making: Doctorate - yes or no?
- Realistically assess expectations and challenges
- Weigh up motivation and career prospects
- Know important preparatory steps for a successful doctorate
- Understanding funding and supervision options
Contact
Bonn Graduate Center
Address
Alte Sternwarte
Poppelsdorfer Allee 47
53115 Bonn
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Links
- https://formulare-ext.verwaltung.uni-bonn.de/lip/action/invoke.do?id=openform&form=EVT¶m1=2397&client=BGZ&lang=en
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus/research-all
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus/research-management-all
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus/business-organizations-all
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/certificate-doctorate-plus
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/during-your-doctorate/qualification/doctorate-plus-1
- https://www.uni-bonn.de/en/research-and-teaching/doctoral-students-and-postdocs/events-and-opportunities/newsletter-bonn-doctoral-bulletin-en