About final thesis projects

Required time

We recommend students to plan two semesters for the preparation and realisation of a thesis with our group. The first semester typically comprises orientation and training in our group and our research areas and the second semester is then devoted to the thesis project itself.

Choosing a topic:

A list of suggested topics that our team has pulled together is available on our German website. These topics are closely connected to our current research fields and aims. You should ensure that the academic field and your own interests are in line with the thesis topic you choose.

Language:

Final theses may be written in English or German. The decision about which language must be made together with the thesis supervisor.

Supervision requests:

Please send a brief personal statement (approx. 1/2 - 1 page) with your query about supervision. Describe and explain your interest in and motivation to pursue the topic in your personal statement. You may also note any other areas (student employment or lectures, for example) that the topic intersects with. Please also submit a current transcript. You can send these documents directly to the relevant supervisor. The contact information for supervisors can be found on our website. All documents must be complete and submitted by the deadline for our supervisors to consider your request.