Doctorate

On this page you find all information that are necessary for the course of the doctoral procedure at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology.

• Doctoral Regulations 2021
• Guideline (as of 05/2026)
• Implementation regulation for the cumulative dissertation
• Approval as reporter or supervisor (German)
• Guidelines for ensuring good scientific practice (German)

• Application for enrollment as a PhD student
• Supervision Agreement_Appendix 1
• Recommendation of establishment of requirements_Appendix 2

• Declaration of Consent

• meeting dates
• TopING programme
• enrolment for a doctorate

At Universitätsbibliothek Bochum you can find more information for the Publication of your Dissertation:

• Information page
• Checklist
• Declaration
• Flyer

The cross-faculty RUB Research School is the central campus hub for doctoral researchers at the Ruhr University of Bochum. During your doctorate (Dr. or PhD) you and your individual research project are supported by supervisors and integrated in the international research environment of our 20 faculties. The RUB Research School offers an advanced qualification beyond borders, supports a seamless transition into the job market and advises everyone starting or planning a doctorate at RUB.