International PhD Program "Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Sustainable Food Systems" (IPPAE)

How to Apply : Step-by-Step Guide

Please follow the steps below to complete your application for the PhD program:

Step 1 : Review Admission Requirements

Before applying, make sure you meet the eligibility criteria. Please refer to the Who Can Apply section for detailed information.

Step 2 : Fill Online Application Form

Please fill the IPPAE Application Form. Kindly ensure that all the fields are filled accurately.

Step 3 : Prepare Supporting Documents

Compile the following documents in the order listed:

  • DAAD EPOS Checklist [Must be signed with handwritten signature (NOT inserted scan), Name written in CAPS, dated and with a location]
  • DAAD Form [Must be signed with handwritten signature (NOT inserted scan), dated and with a location]
  • Letter of Motivation (LoM) [Must be signed with handwritten signature (NOT inserted scan), dated and with a location]
  • Curriculum Vitae (Europass format) [Must be signed and dated; reverse chronological order. To be retrieved from: https://europass.europa.eu/en/create-europass-cv]
  • Academic Transcripts (Bachelor & Masters) [Upload all transcripts]
  • Degree Certificates (Bachelor & Masters) [Stamped & certified copies]
  • Grading System(s) [Must be officially stamped]
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation [Stamped and signed with original/handwritten signature (NOT INSERTED SCAN)]
  • Letter of Employment [Must be headed, stamped and signed with original (hand written and not inserted scan)]
  • Proof of English Proficiency [IELTS/TOEFL only – mandatory before enrolment as specified. More info: (https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/doctoral-regulations-forms)]
  • Research Proposal [To be uploaded separately]

Important: All documents must be combined into a single PDF file, except Research Proposal. The PDF of the Research Proposal should be submitted separately along with the PDF file of all the supporting documents.  

Step 4 : Submit Supporting Documents

Please send the PDF files (documents and research proposal) via email to daad-ippae-application@uni-hohenheim.de

Use the subject line: IPPAE Application Documents – [Your Full Name]

Step 5 : Confirmation

You will receive an automatic confirmation email once you submit the online application. For any questions or queries, please reach out us on daad-ippae-application@uni-hohenheim.de

IPPAE Application Form