Doctoral Studies in Münster

The Cluster of Excellence offers an outstanding research profile and - as part of the Mathematics Münster Graduate School - excellent scientific training for doctoral researchers in mathematical fields to strengthen their competences for future career success. Professorial supervision ensures steady and focused development of the doctoral researcher's professional expertise and personal goals. The mentoring system encourages a transparent and open progress review. In addition, a range of seminars, lectures and events are offered to broaden the horizon regarding neighbouring mathematical fields.

Applications for doctoral positions in the MMGS will be announced in spring and autumn each year.

If you plan to do your doctoral research with one of the groups at the department, why not apply for one of our Ada Lovelace Fellowships, too? The selection of the fellows by the AfWiN (Committee on Research and Young Scientists) is based on the academic performance and grades which have already been achieved in the Bachelor's and Master's degree. The fellowship includes a 25% supplementary position for up to 3 years.

The MMGS is open to graduates pursuing a PhD in mathematics at the University of Münster and offers excellent research and teaching in numerous mathematical fields.

MMGS researchers profit from the amenities of the Cluster of Excellence, such as receiving funding for conference travel or summer schools, gaining opportunities to co-organise scientific events and participating in numerous networking opportunities and events.

The Mathematics Münster Graduate School (MMGS) was founded in June 2019. The MMGS is a joint graduate programme of the Cluster of Excellence “Mathematics Münster” and the mathematical institutes of the University of Münster.

In addition to their scientific supervisor, who provides support on all aspects of the dissertation, each doctoral researcher chooses a mentor who can provide additional guidance in the doctoral researcher’s academic and personal development. Generally, the mentor will be another professor, but in exceptional cases, a postdoc may be chosen as mentor. The mentoring shall ensure the transparency of the doctoral process (e.g. through regular progress review meetings together with the supervisor and mentor) and helps to detect and solve potential difficulties and problems early on. In case of conflict situations, the mentor may offer support and act as a mediator.

Doctoral researchers of Mathematics Münster have the opportunity to go abroad for up to 6 months for short intensive research stays, for in-depth collaborations on projects and to strengthen the international research networks. The Clusters funds allowances for living costs, travel, and if applicable tuition fees. Applications are to be submitted by the doctoral researchers including supporting statements of a Mathematics Münster investigator and of the host institution.