Leibniz Graduate School (DLGS) in Sustainability Sciences
Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER)
Program Overview
The Dresden Leibniz Graduate School (DLGS) is a joint interdisciplinary facility of the Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER) and Dresden...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Other
Duration
6 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
The stated annual salary (e.g., TV-L E13: €50,000–€65,000 for 100%) refers to a full-time position. In practice, many universities and public research institutes (such as Leibniz institutes) offer part-time contracts, commonly 50%, 65%, or 75%, and only occasionally 100%. The actual salary is therefore proportional to the contract percentage. Applicants are strongly advised to clarify the employment percentage before accepting an offer.
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Applicants whose first language is not English or who have not earned a Master's degree in an English-speaking country are required to demonstrate English language proficiency through either the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The minimum accepted score for TOEFL is 600 for the paper-based test, 250 for the computer-based test or 100 for the Internet-based test. An IELTS test is accepted with a band score of 7 or better on a nine-point scale (academic modules). ONLY applicants for transdisciplinary research must demonstrate German language proficiency (C1 level) for working with diverse local stakeholders.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
DLGS accepts competitive applications for: Current call (deadline: 1 September 2025) https://dlgs-dresden.de/application/funding/scholarships OR Open topic https://dlgs-dresden.de/application/funding/rolling-applications (rolling deadline) To enter the selection process for 1 or 2 (above), applicants must meet the following criteria: First Master’s degree obtained within the last three years before application (date of certificate) Total grade obtained for the Master’s degree "good" or better (corresponding to German level "gut") Research proposal within scope that clearly addresses the annual topic (only when applying for the current call) addresses the scientific profile and remit of DLGS aligns with IOER research areas (one or several) identifies suitable supervisors (professors) at the TUD/ IOER (please do not contact potential supervisors in advance) Complete online application (in English only) with all supporting documents requested
APS Certificate
Not required for PhD/doctoral programmes.
IELTS Score
IELTS 6.0 overall
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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