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Doctoral Studies in Agricultural Science – (Ph.D.)
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Faculty of Agriculture| Application Deadline: | No application deadline; applications are accepted throughout the year | ||
| Location: | Göttingen / Germany / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 36 months | Start Date: | Anytime |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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The PhD programme emphasises independent research on the part of the participants. The graduate programme includes lectures, tutorials, seminars and methods courses. In addition, IPAG provides training in oral and written communication skills, including scientific writing and publishing, elective courses and participation in international conferences or workshops. PAG also emphasises soft skills such as teamwork, problem solving and moderation techniques. The study advisor provides any necessary assistance with regard to courses and logistic matters.
Contents
The programme is mainly modular in construction and includes participation in various types of modules and courses, the writing of the dissertation and the disputation. Successful completion of PhD studies leads to 180 ECTS credits (1 credit = 30 hours workload). The modules represent a workload of 6 credits each. Preparation of the dissertation and the disputation represent a workload of 156 credits. The regular study duration is 6 semesters.
Modules can be composed of different forms of teaching: lectures, seminars, exercises, practicals, colloquia as well as project work or combinations of these various forms.
In each of the following four areas, one module with a workload of 6 ECTS credits must be completed successfully:
I. Module: Progress Reports
II. Courses in the area Methodology
III. Courses in the area of expert knowledge
IV. Courses in the area of soft skills
In addition, other courses of a more in-depth character may be offered. Attendance at the latter type of courses is voluntary.
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Official academic transcripts, academic diplomas, two reference letters, research proposal
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