Helmholtz Interdisciplinary Graduate Programme for Environmental Research (HIGRADE)
A structured doctoral programme for environmental researchers at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ).
Best for:Best for doctoral candidates in environmental sciences seeking a structured, interdisciplinary research environment.
Overview
The HIGRADE programme provides a structured framework for doctoral researchers at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Germany. It focuses on developing internationally competitive scientists through a combination of a three-year graduate curriculum and an independent doctoral research project. Participants benefit from professional skills training, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure. Each candidate is supported by an advisory committee to ensure both scientific progress and career development.
What you'll do
- Conduct an independent scientific research project leading to a written dissertation.
- Participate in the three-year HIGRADE graduate course curriculum.
- Engage in professional and transferable skills training sessions.
- Collaborate with an advisory committee to monitor research progress.
- Participate in interdisciplinary research activities and seminars.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in a discipline relevant to environmental research (natural, social, or engineering sciences).
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; B1 level required.
Instruction: English
- Academic background in environmental, natural, social, or engineering sciences.
- English language proficiency at B1 level or higher.
- Ability to secure a doctoral position at UFZ or hold an external scholarship.
- Must be accepted as a doctoral researcher at the UFZ.
- Must be enrolled in a partner university or faculty that confers the doctoral degree.
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How to apply
Applicants must first secure a doctoral position at the UFZ or hold an external scholarship. Once accepted by an advisor, candidates can join the HIGRADE programme. Detailed application instructions for open positions are available on the official UFZ website.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
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