Services for Doctoral Candidates

We support you with all matters related to your doctoral studies: finding the right supervisor, funding opportunities, or clarifying formal procedures.

Services for Doctoral Candidates
Information and Advisory Services
Dates and Deadlines
Doctoral School Information and Management System (KISS)
Ombudsperson / Commission for the Examination of Scientific Misconduct

Personal Advisory Services

Our supporting universities of applied sciences offer initial consultations for prospective doctoral candidates. The Doctoral School NRW provides advice to doctoral candidates on doctoral programs, formal procedures, funding opportunities, and conflict cases.

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Questions and Answers – FAQs

We have collected and prepared frequently asked questions on membership and doctoral studies (either in a Doctoral School NRW program or in a cooperative program) for your reference.

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Dates and Deadlines

Doctoral candidates and prospective doctoral candidates enrolled in a Doctoral School NRW program are bound by various dates and deadlines to ensure a smooth doctoral process. Here you can find more information on these dates and deadlines.

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Doctoral School Information and Management System (KISS)

KISS is the digital data, application, and administration portal at the Doctoral School NRW, where doctoral candidates and prospective doctoral candidates can submit applications for enrollment, acceptance, or membership and manage their achievements.

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Ombudsperson and Commission for the Examination of Scientific Misconduct

The Ombudsperson advises our members on matters of good scientific practice and in cases where scientific misconduct is suspected. The Commission for the Examination of Scientific Misconduct becomes involved if necessary.

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