Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen (RWTH) offers a wide range of PhD programs across various disciplines, with a strong emphasis on research.
Key Research Areas: Engineering, Natural Sciences, Medicine, and Humanities.
Admission Process: Prospective PhD students typically need to find a supervisor and submit a research proposal. The process involves an interview and sometimes a written exam.
Funding Options: PhD students can be funded through scholarships, research assistant positions, or external funding agencies. RWTH also offers the RWTH Aachen University Scholarship for international students.
Scholarships: Various scholarships are available, including the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) scholarships and the Max Planck Society scholarships.