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Introduction to doctoral education at KI
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Register to the mandatory introduction course!
All doctoral students have to participate in an introduction to doctoral education at KI within the first year after admission. The introduction consists of a web-based part and a half day introduction via zoom. The doctoral students have to register to the introduction themselves.
An overview of doctoral education
Supervision and responsibilities
Additional information for clinicians
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Research support at KI
As a researcher at KI you can get support from several units and at your department. This web page summarises all available support.
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International doctoral students
Useful information for international doctoral students regarding accommodation, residence permits etc.
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Travel grants for doctoral students
KI announces travel grants several times per year
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Doctoral Students Association (DSA)
DSA (the student union) aims to promote the situation for doctoral students at KI.
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Career Service for doctoral students
KI's Career Service offers activities and information to encourage doctoral students' careers.