PhD Programme

The PhD programme of the Integrated School of Ocean Sciences (ISOS) focuses on interdisciplinary education outside of curricular courses. It offers supplementary training, a framework of supervision, mentoring and mobility for doctoral candidates. At the ISOS, doctoral candidates sharpen their scientific profile, are challenged to think beyond their discipline and to equip themselves for life after a PhD. Over 130 PhD candidates from six faculties participate in the PhD programme, forming a large interdisciplinary network.

Eligibility

• If your supervisor or one co-supervisor is a member of the Cluster of Excellence “The Future Ocean”, you are eligible to join our PhD Programme, irrespective of your funding source

• Participation is voluntary, based on your perception of tangible added value for your research and career

Note: As an ISOS PhD you remain anchored in your faculty for all formal regulations. (click here for more information on doctoral degree regulations)

Supervision
As an ISOS PhD candidate you will be supervised by a thesis committee consisting of your primary supervisor, a second advisor and optionally an additional advisor or mentor from within or outside the University. This committee will guide you through your doctoral studies, and support your academic and personal goals.

Activities
At the ISOS you can choose from a wide range of academic courses, transferable skill workshops, and apply for travel and “Miniproposal” funding. Our expectation is that ISOS PhD candidates gain a comprehensive view of marine science research in Kiel, including legal and economic issues and applied sciences. You will be challenged to identify and pursue your goals, and are expected to leave the programme with a head start on your career.

Find out more about our PhD programme
- ISOS Offers at a Glance
- How to join the PhD Programme
- FAQs

Download the ISOS Flyer here.