About the Program
The Graduate Academy at the University of Kassel supports doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers in their academic qualification phase. It coordinates the interdisciplinary further qualification and offers a forum for the interests and concerns of early career researchers. It is committed to a positive and supportive doctoral culture and environment at the University of Kassel. Its offers are open to all academics and artists in the qualification phase at the University of Kassel. Further training / transferable skills Kassel Graduate Programme is an interdisciplinary further training programme for doctoral candidates from all faculties and sections of the University of Kassel. The programme contains courses for preparation for and support in obtaining academic qualifications as well as courses on development of competences at university as a workplace and orientation with regard to further career steps in science, industry and society. Sustainable Transformations The focus of interdisciplinary sustainability research at the university is on questions of local mobility and renewable energy sources as well as the transformation of energy systems or the use of non-renewable raw materials in the global south. Large international networks provide support in working on these topics of high global relevance with the relevant partners from science and society. With the Kassel Institute for Sustainability, the University of Kassel bundles the broad spectrum of its research and teaching on sustainability in the context of its four fields of expertise: society, nature, technology and culture.
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The Graduate Academy at the University of Kassel supports doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers in their academic qualification phase. It coordinates the interdisciplinary further qualification and offers a forum for the interests and concerns of early career researchers. It is committed to a positive and supportive doctoral culture and environment at the University of Kassel. Its offers are open to all academics and artists in the qualification phase at the University of Kassel. Further training / transferable skills Kassel Graduate Programme is an interdisciplinary further training programme for doctoral candidates from all faculties and sections of the University of Kassel. The programme contains courses for preparation for and support in obtaining academic qualifications as well as courses on development of competences at university as a workplace and orientation with regard to further career steps in science, industry and society. Sustainable Transformations The focus of interdisciplinary sustainability research at the university is on questions of local mobility and renewable energy sources as well as the transformation of energy systems or the use of non-renewable raw materials in the global south. Large international networks provide support in working on these topics of high global relevance with the relevant partners from science and society. With the Kassel Institute for Sustainability, the University of Kassel bundles the broad spectrum of its research and teaching on sustainability in the context of its four fields of expertise: society, nature, technology and culture.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
How do I apply to Graduate Academy at Universität Kassel?
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 Graduate Academy at Universität Kassel
Is Graduate Academy at Universität Kassel taught in German or English? ▼
This Other 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 Graduate Academy programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Graduate Academy at Universität Kassel? ▼
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 Graduate Academy? ▼
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 Universität Kassel — 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.