Requirements

All applications must be submitted via the online portal, which will become accessible upon the opening of the Call for Applications.

The following information is required for an application:

• Personal details
• Letter of motivation: Explain your goals, career plans, and motives to apply to the IWH-DPE. Discuss your study plans, areas of interest, and which department you prefer. Your statement should be written in English and should not exceed 500 words.

Which Documents?

Necessary documents:

• Certificates and transcripts: An English or German transcript including courses, grades, and awarded degrees is required, degree certificates alone are insufficient. If you have not yet completed your current degree, attach a provisional transcript.
• Letter of recommendation: Two recommendations from faculty members describing your academic abilities and potential should be uploaded to our application portal. If the letters of recommendation are not available, they can also be sent directly to LOR-DPE@iwh-halle.de by the recommenders.

The following documents are optional:

• GRE: Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to submit their GRE scores. Ask the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to report your scores using the DI code 4051.
• Writing sample: For example, submit a paper written in English during your studies, such as a Bachelor’s thesis.
• Any additional information relevant to your application.