Application Information

for PhD programs

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Here you can find out about deadlines, the application process, and the requirements to apply for individual, research-oriented PhD programs at Constructor University.

Application deadlines

Constructor University offers rolling admission for research-oriented PhD programs. As there are no course requirements for individual PhD degrees prospective students can apply throughout the year for admission.

Application process

A prerequisite for the application to an individual research-oriented PhD program is an acceptance letter by a Constructor University faculty member. You can find a list of faculty members here: Faculty | Constructor University

Faculty members may be approached individually by email. Please include a research proposal (1-2 pages) as well as your master thesis in the communication.
In general, Constructor University does not offer financial support for PhD students. It is recommended to search for financial support before applying to an individual PhD degree, e.g. via the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). For more information please see: Scholarship Database - DAAD - Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst

Application requirements

Documents required for application:

Proof of Identity: Provide a government-issued national ID or passport for EU and non-EU citizens.
University Transcripts: Submit your most updated transcripts or official mark sheets of completed semesters. Include explanations of grading systems if applicable.
CV: Please prepare an updated CV that includes your academic, professional/work experience*, extracurricular, and voluntary activities. • Proof of English Language Proficiency: Please be prepared to submit an official test result upon demand.
Research Proposal: Write a 1-2-page research proposal summarizing your research interests including a short proposal for a PhD topic.. • Recommendation Letter: Please be prepared to submit up to two recommendation letters upon demand.
Degree Certificate: Submit your degree certificate/provisional degree confirmation (if you have not graduated yet) or your diploma supplement.
Acceptance Letter by Constuctor University Faculty Member

PhD Collaboration Programs

PhD Programs at Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences (BIGSSS), a joint project by Constructor University and the University of Bremen, funded by the German Excellence Initiative.
For more information please contact admissions-officer@bigsss-bremen.de

How to apply

Please complete an application here:

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Please note that the acceptance letter by a faculty member is a mandatory document for the submission of an application.

Please also note that translated copies of non-English or non-German documents are required, and PDF documents should be used for English proficiency proof and recommendation letters.

For any questions, please contact Dr. Svenja Frischholz: sfrischhol@constructor.university