Doctoral studies

The doctoral regulations of the University of Fine Arts Dresden define the prerequisites, procedures, and requirements of a doctoral program.
They constitute the binding legal framework for all doctoral studies at HfBK Dresden.
You can find them here: 

Promotionsordnungen.

A PhD is possible in the following degree programmes:

• Art Technology, Conservation and Restoration of Art and Cultural Assets
• Art Therapy
• Philosophy/ Aesthetics
• Art History

It is also possible to enroll as a doctoral student in the summer semester or winter semester.

The “Application for Enrollment in Doctoral Studies” must be submitted to the Office of Academic Affairs together with the documents required in the application, the “Doctoral Studies Application Form,” and the “Confirmation of Admission to the Doctoral Student List” within the re-registration period for the following semester.

Application for enrolment for PhD studies

Application form for PhD studies

At HfBK Dresden, there is a doctoral students’ representative body that advocates for the interests of doctoral candidates within the university.
It is part of the university’s academic committees and institutional structures.
Further information can be found on the HfBK Dresden committees page.