We cordially invite all new doctoral candidates to our »Ph.D. Welcome Day«.
What can you expect?
- the opportunity to get to know the Bauhaus Research School and our programmes for doctoral candidates,
- the opportunity to learn more about the structure of the university and to find suitable contact persons for your questions and concerns
- the chance to exchange ideas and network with other doctoral candidates on site and online
- and a small lunch snack!
What should you bring? Topics that concern you and a little appetite
Time: 6 November 2025 | 10 a.m. to 12 + lunch break
Venue: hybrid - room 004, Marienstraße 7 or online
Register now!
We look forward to meeting you and learning more about you and your plans at our university!
On 13th November we would like to also welcome all new postdocs to the »Post Doc Welcome Day«.
When: November 13st 2025, 1 -3:30 p.m.
Venue: Bauhaus Research School, Marienstraße 14, 2nd floor, Room 219
What can you expect?
- the chance to exchange ideas and network with other early-career researchers and artists,
- the opportunity to get to know the Bauhaus Research School and our services,
- the perfect platform to find the right people to answer your questions and address your concerns,
- and a light lunch!
We look forward to getting to know you and learning more about you and your plans at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar!

The section presents news from the Pro.Doc Doctoral Council and provides insights into the doctoral experience at our university.
The Doctoral Council is organising the first »Bauhaus Colloquium for Emerging Researchers«, which will take place from 5th to 6th March 2026 under the title »Methods + Interdisciplinary Research Work«. By highlighting methods as the common ground, the colloquium aims to explore how different research traditions intersect and how new synergies can emerge from this in interdisciplinary collaborations.
Researchers from all disciplines are invited to submit abstracts of their research projects until 28th November 2025.
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In addition, the presentation and publication of selected papers can be promoted at the XV. International Bauhaus Colloquiumin November 2026.

Exchange among PhDCandidates
Are you a doctoral candidate looking to exchange with others? Would you like to gain insights into the Pro.Doc programme or simply talk about everyday life as a doctoral candidate? If so, we invite you to our open lunch meeting. Our next PhD@Lunch event will take place on:
27 October - Location: Mensa am Park
Time: Every last Monday of the month, 12–1 pm
How can you find us? Look for the balloons – they mark our table.
This meeting offers an opportunity to discuss experiences, challenges and questions related to doctoral studies. It's a chance to network in a relaxed and equal environment. We look forward to seeing you there!

ProDoc General Assembly
feat. International Ph.D. Network
The Doctoral Council invites all new and experienced doctoral candidates to the general assembly. Let's talk!
6 Nov. 2025, Thursday, 6 p,
Venue: Bauhaus.Atelier
Geschwister-Scholl-Straße 6a
Worum geht’s?
• Review of the work of Pro.Doc until summer 2025
• Outlook on upcoming important topics
• Exchange on current issues from your faculties
• Open round for questions, feedback and participation
Get involved in shaping the future of doctoral candidates in Weimar! Join us in making your voice heard and contribute to the discussion by bringing your ideas and passions to the table.
Publication funding | Deadline 15.11.
We provide grants to cover material costs to support the printing and publication of Ph.D. theses and other related types of publications. Applications can be submitted at any time.
Next deadline > 15.11.
(subject to further funding availability)
»Queer Bauhaus«: Open meetings for queer employees of the Bauhaus-Uni

Interested in an exchange format for queer employees? Then come to one of our next meetings!
The meetings are intended for exchange and networking among queer employees at the university. If there is interest, they can be the start of further regular meetings or a network that promotes the interests and visibility of queer employees.
Language: German and English
- Thur, November 6, 2025 | 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. | Bauhaus.Atelier
- Mon, December 1, 2025 | 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. | Weihnachtsmarkt, meeting point: Town Hall steps
All queer employees of the Bauhaus University Weimar are welcome! No prior registration is required.
Questions to: Dr. Michael Wallner (he/him)
Equality and Diversity Officer
Fulbright Stipendienprogramm USA

Doctoral candidates from all disciplines who would like to pursue a four- to six-month research project in the US starting on August 1, 2026, can apply to Fulbright Germany by November 5, 2025.
Further information on application and subject restrictions
General application information for Germans - Frequently Asked Questions | General