Join the Max Planck Schools, the joint graduate program for outstanding scientists!

Embedded in a unique scientific network of currently 27 universities and 35 institutes from non-university research organizations the Max Planck Schools bring together Germany’s leading scientists within one doctoral program.

The offer:

  • Cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in the fields Cognition, Matter to Life, Photonics;
  • Close supervision by outstanding scientists in their respective field, within a unique network of leading German universities and non-university research organizations;
  • An integrated MSc and PhD program (or standalone PhD program); 
  • Early access to first-class research infrastructures and innovative teaching formats;
  • An internationally competitive funding scheme without tuition fees.

Who can apply: Highly ambitious and promising candidates from all over the world can apply for the program. The various programs are open not only to Master’s, but also to talented Bachelor’s graduates!

Funding: full funding for up to 5 years!

Application deadline for the upcoming year: December 1, 2024! Each School selects their candidates in a competitive multi-stage process. Applications must be submitted to the respective Max Planck School on the basis of their specific requirements.

Find out more: https://www.maxplanckschools.org/en/application