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 that is usually required 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 four 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 Hamburg Research Academy assists fast-track doctoral candidates on their career path with a range of career development and networking opportunities.