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Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences (DTP-LS) at Ludwig Maximilians University Munich

Ludwig Maximilians University Munich

Germany, München

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The Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences (DTP-LS) at Ludwig Maximilians University Munich is a Full Time PhD program offered on the MÃ¼nchen campus in München, Germany. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 3 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on October 1, 2026.

About Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences (DTP-LS)

The Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences aims to support excellent students in designing and conducting state-of-the-art dissertation projects in the multidisciplinary field of the Learning Sciences. The programme focuses on conditions, processes and outcomes of learning with research perspectives ranging from psychology, educational science, medicine,Â mathematical education, neurosciences, economics, sociology, and language education to computer sciences. The quality of the doctoral research is ensured by systematic interdisciplinary supervision. Furthermore, a wide array of activities is offered to the doctoral students, including content-related courses, methodology courses, courses on key qualifications (e.g., scientific writing, teaching, ethics of research), and special guest lectures. The Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences aims to integrate its students into the relevant scientific communities. Additional support is offered by the GraduateCenter.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences (DTP-LS) at Ludwig Maximilians University Munich

Entry Requirements

We are happy to welcome new students with the following qualifications: 1) successfully completed university studies with a Master's degree, Magister, Diplom or equivalent pertinent to the learning sciences 2) good or excellent degree from previous studies 3) very good knowledge of methodology and research skills 4) very good skills in oral and written English 5) research interest in the field of learning sciences Doctoral students will have to register at LMU, TUM, or UniversitÃ¤t der Bundeswehr upon acceptance into the Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences. For the online application, the following documents are required: 1) MCLS recommendation letter issued by an MCLS member (may alternatively be obtained through participation in the pre-screening period) 2) one reference letter issued by a previous professor/instructor 3) a certified copy of the Bachelor's and Master's certificate (or equivalent) and of the respective transcripts of records 4) research proposal 5) letter of motivation 6) CV with up-to-date information 7) proof of English proficiency

Fee Information

How to Apply

Online application: https://www.portal.graduatecenter.uni-muenchen.de/ocgc/dtp-ls Additional hard copy application (international students only): Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences c/o Studiengangskoordination Department fÃ¼r PÃ¤dagogik und Psychologie LMU Munich Leopoldstr. 13 80802 MÃ¼nchen Germany

Doctoral Training Programme in the Learning Sciences (DTP-LS) at Ludwig Maximilians University Munich

Ludwig Maximilians University Munich

Germany, München