Research Doctoral education

Your PhD – A journey of research and impact!

Choosing research.

A PhD is more than a degree. It is a journey of discovery, innovation, and learning. At the University of Luxembourg, our Doctoral Education programmes empower early-career researchers to drive innovation in a dynamic, international and interdisciplinary research environment.
Whether you are aiming for a career in academia, industry, or entrepreneurship, your research will contribute to real-world solutions and scientific advancements.
Explore the opportunities available for PhD students!

Doctoral education school in numbers

  • 4
    doctoral schools
  • 13
    doctoral programmes
  • +1000
    doctoral candidates
  • +90
    countries
  • ~200
    doctoral defences/year

Why choose a PhD at the University of Luxembourg?

  • The  University’s unique position at the Center of Europe makes it the ideal location to conduct research in an international and interdisciplinary environment.

  • The University is young, vibrant and offers potential doctoral candidates excellent funding opportunities, giving them the freedom to pursue research in state-of-the-art facilities.

  • More than 50% of our doctoral candidates stay in Luxembourg after graduation, expanding our Alumni network to most sectors in the industry, institutions and academia.

What we offer our doctoral candidates

We offer an enriching, supportive, and internationally recognised environment for doctoral research and personal development.

  • Structured doctoral journey: Clear framework from enrolment to thesis defence

  • Interdisciplinary & international research: Collaborative and globally connected environment

  • Personalised supervision: Close guidance and mentoring from experienced faculty

  • Career development: Workshops, seminars, and training for academic and professional growth

  • Funding & flexibility: Competitive funding and strong academic support, enabling full focus on research

  • Prime location: Modern campus at the heart of Europe, in a multilingual and multicultural setting

University Acts and By-Laws

The following documents are the legal basis of doctoral studies.

As mentioned in the study regulations, the Doctoral Education Agreement (DEA) needs to be signed in the first six months of doctoral studies. This information is found in our legal framework page.

Highlights

Choosing research.

Induction days for new doctoral candidates

Transferable skills doctoral training
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All you need to know

Organising your doctoral studies
Doctoral graduation. Hands clapping.

Doctoral defences

    Contact

    If you have more questions, please contact the Office of Doctoral Studies (Bureau des études doctorales, BED)
    via email or book an appointment via Affluences.

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