Doctoral School NRW

The Doctoral School for Applied Research in North Rhine-Westphalia (Doctoral School NRW) is a scientific institution established by 20 universities of applied sciences (UAS) in NRW. It was founded in 2020 in response to the higher education policy mandate to award doctorates within the context of applied research as well as to strengthen and support cooperative doctorates with universities.

Supporting Universities of Applied Sciences

The 20 state-funded universities of applied sciences (UAS) that established the Doctoral School NRW are also its supporting universities.

Supporting Universities

FAQs -Frequently asked Questions

(German version)

Here you will find frequently asked questions and answers regarding the topic of professorial membership and doctoral studies at the Doctoral School NRW.

FAQs

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Doctoral Programs

Doctoral candidates are guided through their doctoral studies in subject-specific programs offered by the respective departments as part of an in-depth academic curriculum with a structured timeline and intensive supervision.

Doctoral Programs

Cooperative Doctorate

The Doctoral School NRW supports cooperative doctoral candidates from its supporting universities and offers them the opportunity to become members at the Doctoral School NRW.

Cooperative Doctorate

KISS

KISS is the Doctoral School NRW's administration platform, where you can register and submit your application.

KISS