What is the Doctoral Academy Graz?

The Doctoral Academy Graz was established in October 2016 with the aim to promote excellent doctoral researchers in financed and internationally oriented Consortia. The Academy started with seven founding Consortia, in 2021 we have seventeen Member Consortia, financed by a broad range of funding institutions, with all Faculties of the University of Graz represented. The Academy is in the responsibility of the Vice-Rector for Research and Career Development, led by its Director, co-ordinated by the co-ordination team.

Benefits for Member Consortia

• additional doctoral positions financed by the University of Graz
• funding for doctoral researchers (presentations at conferences, participation in lab rotations, organization of academic events like guest lectures and summer schools)
• funding for courses specifically designed for the doctoral level
• transferable skills program on academic key competencies
• events like Doctoral Academy Day and 3MT Competition