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Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School
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Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School
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Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School
Application Requirements
The first step in applying for the Doctoral Programme at EBS Business School is to get the promise of supervision by one of our senior professors. This statement, together with the following documents, must be passed to the Office for Doctoral Studies: Short formless letter in English to the Chairman of the Doctoral Committee, asking for acceptance If required: GMAT Curriculum Vitae in tabular form A-level certificate (legally certified copy) Degree certificates and transcripts of records (legally certified copies) Honorary Declaration not to have failed doctoral studies at another institution English language certificate Applicants must submit a (maximum three-page) proposal for the dissertation project in English that demonstrates relevance and fit to the research topics of EBS Business School. The final admission decision is made by a committee that meets twice a year and consists of the members of the PhD Committee, the Dean of the Business School and the Vice Dean of Research. For full details on the admission process, see PhD Regulations §4.
Language Requirements
English language certificate (C1 certificate or TOEFL test with 100 points minimum)
How do I apply to Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School at EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School at EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht
Is Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School at EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht taught in German or English? ▼
This PhD programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School programme cost? ▼
2.280 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School at EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Doctoral Programme / EBS Business School? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.