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Research & Teaching

At Humboldt University, research and teaching are inseparable, just as our namesake intended. This principle also applies explicitly to early-career researchers, who can take on responsibility in research and teaching at an early stage. HU is an excellent research university that delivers outstanding performance in many areas, both nationally and internationally.

Excellence in science

Humboldt-Universit?t is one of the most important universities in the German-speaking world thanks to its numerous projects in cutting-edge research and teaching as well as its renowned international networks. Its research achievements are reflected in the awards received by numerous academics and in a large number of research groups and programmes.

Die K?pfe des Kunstwerkes "Kopfbewegung - heads, shifting" spiegeln sich in einem Fenster in der Forschungsstadt Adlershof.
Photo: Stefan Klenke

Excellence in science

Humboldt-Universit?t is one of the most important universities in the German-speaking world thanks to its numerous projects in cutting-edge research and teaching as well as its renowned international networks. Its research achievements are reflected in the awards received by numerous academics and in a large number of research groups and programmes.

News from research & teaching

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Connect with colleagues who share your interests and explore opportunities for developing joint courses across Europe: Circle U. is inviting lecturers from all member universities to get together for a workshop in Vienna on 12 and 13 February.

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To mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls on 25 November, Humboldt-Universit?t zu Berlin is organising a campaign week for FLINTA* (women, lesbians, intersex, trans and agender people).

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One of the highest honours for scientists and artists in Germany.

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New ranking confirms HU's top position in environmental and sustainability sciences.

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Academic career at the Humboldt University

Im Vordergrund sieht man Bücherregale. Durch ein offenes Fenster sieht man im Haus gegenüber einen Mann in einem Büro sitzen

Doctorate

Humboldt-Universit?t is an attractive place to do your doctorate. We are committed to a modern, transparent and internationally competitive doctoral culture whose standards are constantly being further developed.

Ein Forscher mit einer Schutzbrille steht an einer mit Plexiglas geschützten Wand und steckt seine H?nde in eine ?ffnung eingelassene Schutzhandschuhe. Er arbeite mit chemischen Stoffen.

Postdoctoral phase

During your postdoctoral phase, you will gain further qualifications and specialise in your field of research. We will advise you on possible career goals such as a professorship or leading a junior research group as well as funding options.

Eine Professorin schreibt mit Kreide an eine grüne Tafel.

Professorship

In addition to the traditional habilitation and the leadership of junior research groups, Humboldt-Universit?t offers a tenure-track programme that offers junior researchers the prospect of a lifetime professorship.

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Standards in research & teaching

Humboldt-Universit?t is committed to the highest standards of quality in research and teaching, which we continuously review and improve. According to Humboldt's guiding principle, research and teaching are closely linked: students and teachers expand knowledge together.

The participatory teaching model reflects HU's understanding of education and creates a framework for good teaching that can be experienced in everyday university life and encourages students to meet current and future teaching and learning requirements and help shape innovations.

In research, the statutes on good scientific practice form the binding standard for integrity, transparency and supervision. Scientists work lege artis, i.e. according to the rules of the art. This includes scientific integrity, correct citation, careful documentation and the disclosure of research data and results (open access). Compliance with these standards is supported by a central ombudsman's office.

Service & advice

Support for your research

We advise and support you in financing your research projects and in your career planning. We also support you in successfully communicating your ideas to society and industry.

Support for your teaching

The continuous development of studies and teaching is supported by ongoing exchange and individual professionalisation. We support you with strategic and didactic topics through counselling, further training and resources.