Incoming
We welcome all international doctoral candidates who come to HM to undertake their doctorate or for a temporary stay. Our Graduate School aims to support all international doctoral candidates during their time here and to help them settle in.
Contact
Have you come to HM from abroad as part of your doctorate? Please get in touch with us! We look forward to welcoming you and, where possible, offering you personalised advice!
Are you interested in opportunities for a doctorate or postdoc positions at HM? Here you can find out everything you need to know about doctorate programmes and postdoc opportunities.
Course programme
The general range of training courses is open to all international doctoral candidates. It also includes a number of courses taught in English, such as Scientific Writing. In addition, there are courses specifically tailored to the needs of international doctoral candidates.
International doctoral candidates who wish to learn German or improve their basic knowledge of the language can attend the German as a Foreign Language courses run by Dept 13.
The rooms and times are listed in the course catalogue.
Enrolment: Those interested are asked to contact the lecturer for the relevant course by email and to attend the course room on the first day of lessons. There is no formal enrolment process.
Support and practical tips
Right of residence and recognition of qualifications
The Human Resources Department assists international doctoral candidates in clarifying their right of residence.
In addition, the Human Resources Department advises international graduates who wish to come to HM to pursue a doctorate and have questions regarding the recognition of their degree.
Graduate School
Our Graduate School is the point of contact for all international doctoral candidates coming to HM to undertake their doctorate or for a temporary stay. We provide information about events and are happy to offer individual advice. We also arrange for ‘buddies’ to help you settle in at HM and act as a personal point of contact for minor day-to-day queries. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer assistance with finding accommodation.
Contact: Dr Cordula Burtscher , Graduate School/Internationalisation
Graduate School Newsletter
Would you like to receive our newsletter? Please email us at gs@hm.edu . We provide information on our training programmes, upcoming events, calls for applications and much more.
The International Office provides international researchers and visitors with practical information and offers advice on general enquiries.
Finding a flat
The International Office team is happy to help with any enquiries regarding accommodation in Munich and the surrounding area. Whilst we are unable to arrange accommodation for you, the team is happy to offer tips and advice to help make your search for a flat run more smoothly. Contact: staff-mobility-io@hm.edu
Further information from the International Office
Information for Visiting Scholars
The grade conversion guide on the TUM website provides assistance with converting grades obtained abroad.
The DAAD provides a wealth of information on pursuing a PhD and conducting research in Germany.
You can also find information here on entry requirements, visas and health insurance.
Further information on doing a PhD in Germany can be found on the Research in Germany website.
Research in Bavaria
The Research in Bavaria platform provides information about research, work and life in Bavaria.
