Frequently Asked Questions

In addition to a structured doctorate, GRACE offers networking opportunities, in-house courses and summer schools, as well as financial support for:

• external summer schools
• trips to conferences
• purchase of teaching material, e.g. software licenses for working groups
• research stay abroad for up to three months
• completion scholarships
• inviting international scientists
• attendance of fee-based courses
• ...

GRACE provides a structured doctoral program. In addition to the professional qualifications that each doctoral student will acquire in their field, GRACE offers the opportunity to gain key skills and engage in international networking through summer schools and a research stay abroad. You will receive supervision and continuous support whenever needed.

Any doctoral student affiliated with KIT and conducting research on a topic covered by the KIT Center Climate, Environment and Resources can be admitted to the graduate school GRACE.

Doctoral candidates are expected to apply for admission to GRACE within the first year of their PhD. This ensures full access to the program’s benefits. Courses completed before admission but during the doctoral phase can be recognized as part of the personal training plan.

The GRACE Steering Board, which decides on the admission of potential GRACE doctoral candidates, meets four times a year. Shortly after the meeting, GRACE Management informs applicants whether their application has been approved or rejected.

No. In consultation with your personal steering group, the personal training program can be adjusted at any time.

During their time at the graduate school, GRACE PhD students acquire a variety of competencies and key qualifications. These are confirmed by the GRACE certificate upon the completion of the program.