Universität Hamburg Fast-Track Program

With the Fast-Track Program, Universität Hamburg offers early career researchers the opportunity to begin doctoral studies after their bachelor degree. The separate master’s degree, which is usually required prior to commencing a doctoral degree, is instead integrated into the doctoral studies. Excellent academic achievements and a convincing basis for a doctoral dissertation are required to qualify, along with an interest in working in academia. The program lasts 4 years in total. The Fast-Track Program is part of the Hanse-Wissenschaftskarriere (Hanseatic academic career) at Universität Hamburg, which is aimed at recognizing talented academics early in their development. The program is funded by the Excellence Strategy, a funding program financed by the federal and state governments.

A call for applications for the scholarships will be issued annually and have a maximum duration of 2 years. The first academic year is planned to begin on 1 October 2020.

The Hamburg Research Academy assists fast-track doctoral candidates on their career path with a range of career development and networking opportunities (details to follow).