The Saarbrücken Graduate School of Computer Science provides an optimal environment for pursuing doctoral studies in computer science at an internationally competitive level. As a student, you undergo research oriented training and experience a stimulating and scientifically challenging atmosphere. Advised by internationally renowned scientists, you can participate in one of the many research groups and find your way into top notch research. The Saarbrücken Graduate School of Computer Science is Supported by the Excellence Initiative of the German federal and state governments; An integrated program from BSc or MSc to PhD. The International program is run entirely in English. All courses, exams, etc. are in English. Good English skills will be essential for your success.
Eligibility
Talented students with strong interest in research who hold a Masters or an excellent Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or in a related field are eligible to apply.
Please note that this is a highly competitive program and you should only apply if you are among the best students in your class. The institutions are looking for academic excellence and strong research potential.
Scholarship Worth
Financial support during both phases (of course assuming adequate progress) will be provided. During the preparatory phase starting after your BSc degree, this support comes in the form of scholarships (800 € per month) or teaching and research support contracts. During the research and dissertation phase, you are supported in the form of stipends (about 1400 € per month) or of research or teaching assistantships.
There are currently no tuition fees, only a student fee of 140 € per semester which gives you free access to public transportation and reduced student rates at the university cafeteria and for many otherpublic services (museums, concerts).
How does it work?
After your successful application, you first undergo (depending on your degree) a three semester preparatory phase which consists of research-oriented, broad course work adjusted to personal interests. You may choose from all our courses at the Masters level. Students in this phase are provided with common office space. You have ample opportunity to acquaint yourself with the many computer science research groups in Saarbrücken and to find a group and an advisor matching your interest.
After passing a qualifying exam, you enter the research and dissertation phase which you spend as a member of a research group. During the entire program there is a comprehensive offering of so-called Soft Skills seminars and courses.
In justified cases, you can be exempted from parts of or even the entire preparatory phase. Also, the courses you take in the preparatory phase can be used towards a Masters degree, if this is desired and all formal requirements are met.
How can I apply?
Submit the following materials
• CV
• full transcripts of all academic records, including all university andhigh school diplomas (please provide certified English, German or French translations, if your documents are in another language)
• a brief statement (1 or 2 pages) explaining your motivation for pursuing a doctorate in computer science
• 2 letters of recommendation (to be sent to us directly by the referees, as prompted by the OAS * please note that only officialaffiliation e-mail addresses will be considered valid; the letters should be very clear about your overall ranking)
• if available, TOEFL scores, or equivalent record of English proficiency (TSE, Cambridge Certificate scores), otherwise a short personal statement with respect to your English qualifications. (Please keep in mind that very good understanding of English will be essential for your success.)
• if available, GRE scores
Application Deadline
29 April 2011
Applications may be submitted anytime beforehand, but will be considered in a concerted selection process after the posted deadline. Results can be expected in the course of July 2011.
Please use the online application system: OAS, and follow the instructions there.
*Only* in exceptional and pre-approved cases can they be sent by traditional mail to
Saarland University
Saarbrücken Graduate School
of Computer Science
Campus E1 3
D-66123 Saarbrücken
GERMANY
Or via email as a single pdf-document (except for the letters of recommendation) to
applications [at] gradschool.cs.uni-saarland.de
For further questions contact:
Dr. Michelle Carnell,
email: carnell [at] cs.uni-saarland.de, Tel.: +49 681 302 5523
Visit Saarland University Website for more details.
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