Is a doctorate the right thing for me? And if so, how do I get started and how do I organize my "project doctorate"? Our Frühjahrsakademie 2026 will help you to answer these questions and prepare for the exciting time of doctoral studies. It will take place from 24 to 26 March in hybrid form. Registration is possible until 6 March.

If you are interested in pursuing a doctorate after your studies or have recently started your doctoral project, you will receive valuable support at this three-day event: experts from the graduate institutions of the UA Ruhr universities and experienced trainers will help you find your bearings and make informed decisions.

The first day will focus on formal and organizational topics related to the doctorate. Through lectures, a Q&A session, and expert panels, you will learn how a doctorate typically proceeds and what funding options are available. The on-site event at Campus Essen will also be streamed in large parts. On the second and third day, you can train key skills in interdisciplinary workshops that will make it easier for you to you get started with your doctorte. The workshop program will take place partly on site, partly online via Zoom. Sharing experiences and networking are an important part of the entire program. During breaks and workshops, you will therefore have many opportunities to connect with other researchers from the UA Ruhr.

The on-site event on the opening day at Campus Essen will also be streamed in large parts, the workshop program on day 2 and 3 will take place partly on site, partly online via Zoom.

The event language on the opening day is German. The workshop program on day 2 and 3 also includes workshops in English.

Participation is free of charge. 

Program and registration