Bonn International Graduate Schools (BIGS)
The University of Bonn pursues the goal of leading young academics to a doctorate within the structured framework of graduate schools. Bonn International Graduate Schools (BIGS) guarantee doctoral training at the highest level. BIGS enable doctoral studies in outstanding research contexts with attractive international collaborations and a tailored qualification program.
Qualification Program Doctorate plusBIGS
Doctorate plusBIGS is an interdisciplinary qualification program that is offered exclusively to BIGS doctoral students. Doctorate plusBIGS offers various courses throughout the semester, from half-day workshops to language courses during the semester. The courses offered cover topics such as leadership, presentation and management skills.
Our BIGS at a glance
BIGS offer doctoral programs that meet the highest international standards. They recruit doctoral students internationally, offer high-quality research curricula in English and give their students access to international research partnerships:
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Bonn International Graduate School Computer Science
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Bonn International Graduate School for Biology
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Bonn International Graduate School Immunosciences and Infection
The Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Immunosciences and Infection was established in 2016 on the basis of the Graduate Program International Immunology Training Program Bonn (IITB) developed by ImmunoSensation.© Colourbox -
Bonn International Graduate School of Oriental and Asian Studies
BIGS-OAS investigates the cultures and societies of Asia and the Middle East in change through time and processes of global interaction.© colourbox -
Bonn Graduate School of Economics
The Bonn Graduate School of Economics (BGSE) offers a two-stage graduate program that combines demanding courses with early individual research in a supportive and intellectually demanding environment.© colourbox -
Bonn International Graduate School of Drug Sciences
The Bonn International Graduate School of Drug Sciences (BIGS DurgS) offers a modern, structured, three-year training program. Scientists from the two large faculties of the University of Bonn, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences and the Faculty of Medicine, jointly organize this interdisciplinary training program and ensure the high quality of the program.© Volker Lannert / Uni Bonn -
Bonn International Graduate School Neuroscience
Welcome to the Bonn International Graduate School of Neuroscience. By participating in our 3-year programme graduate students gain a comprehensive understanding of neuroscience and are introduced to the latest advances in research methodology through the extensive and diverse expertise of our faculty.© iStock -
Bonn International Graduate School of Clinical and Population Sciences
Welcome to the Bonn International Graduate School Clinical and Population Science. BIGS Clinical and Population Science offers a structured 3-year PhD program covering a wide range of research activities in both individual and population health areas.© DZNE -
Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy
The Bonn-Cologne Graduate School of Physics and Astronomy (BCGS) is a joint program of graduate studies between the universities of Bonn and Cologne. The program leads students with a bachelor's degree in physics (or related subject) to a master's degree. The most successful students then move on to doctoral studies, leading to a PhD. The M.Sc. and PhD program are offered in both physics and astrophysics.© Volker Lannert / Uni Bonn -
Bonn International Graduate School of Chemistry
BIGS-Chemistry offers an internationally competitive graduate program that is designed for outstanding students who are eager to obtain a doctorate in chemistry while performing cutting-edge research.© Volker Lannert / Uni Bonn -
Bonn International Graduate School of Mathematics
The Hausdorff School for Mathematics (HSM) includes the Bonn International Graduate School of Mathematics (BIGS Mathematics), which serves all mathematics graduate students in Bonn. BIGS provides high-quality, research-focused graduate education to currently approximately 120 doctoral students, 30% of which are international.© Barbara Frommann / Uni Bonn -
Bonn International Graduate School of Development Research
The Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) is based at the Center for Development Research (ZEF), an institute of the University of Bonn. ZEF’s doctoral program is an excellent choice for those seeking to build a career in the field of sustainable development, including research, project development and implementation. BIGS-DR offers its students a tailor-made, interdisciplinary study program including courses, supervision and field research. ZEF's interdisciplinary and international setting offers many opportunities for broadening knowledge, strengthening skills and extending own networks.© Volker Lannert / Uni Bonn -
Bonn International Graduate School Land and Food
The Bonn International Graduate School - Land and Food (BIGS-Land and Food) is an integral part of the Faculty of Agricultural, Nutritional and Engineering Sciences at the University of Bonn, serving as a dynamic hub for education and research. Our commitment to fostering interdisciplinary excellence has led us to establish a specialized organizational structure that fully embodies this ethos.© Volker Lannert / Uni Bonn
Structured Training at the Highest Level
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Contact
The Bonn Graduate Center acts as the office of the BIGS network. If you would like to join the BIGS network or if you have any questions, please contact the Bonn Graduate Center.
Clara Kaminsky
BIGS Spokesperson Council
The BIGS Spokesperson Council - chaired by Prof. Dr. Ilona Grunwald, Vice Rector for Research and Career Development - supports the establishment of further graduate schools and offers guidelines.
Prof. Dr. Ilona Grunwald Kadow
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