Counselling
Counselling

The Doctoral Candidate Counselling Service supports you in all interdisciplinary matters relating to your doctorate at the University of Oldenburg. Your concerns are our priority. We help you find the solutions that are right for you and consciously design the path towards your doctorate.
Target group: Doctoral candidates at the University of Oldenburg at all stages of their studies, as well as prospective doctoral candidates from any university. The service is free of charge and open to all, regardless of age, nationality, educational background, status or funding.
What to expect:
- Individual sessions 45 minutes each
- Consultation processes involving up to five sessions
- Consultations in German and English
Concerns you might want to discuss
Before you start
- Should I pursue a doctorate and if so, how can I do it?
- What are the specifics of doing a doctorate in Germany?
- How do I find a suitable topic and a supervisor?
- How do I finance my doctorate?
During your doctorate
- I‘m stuck. What now?
- Am I actually good enough?
- How can I deal with conflicts constructively?
- What should I do if I have doubts about my doctorate?
At the end of your doctorate
- What‘s next for me?
- What are my strengths, skills, and interests?
Our Approach to Consultancy
Our counselling is personalised, non-judgemental and confidential.
The aim of the counselling is to provide professional support to help you, as the person seeking advice, develop your decision-making, practical and personal skills.