The Graduate Research School supports early-career researchers with tailored services and funding opportunities:

• Qualification and continuing education programme
• Mobility grants
• scholarships

The Unit for Research Funding at BTU can support you with applications for externally funded research projects. The research service includes the following:

• Application advice and support, primarily for the German Research Foundation (DFG) and the European Commission
• Selection of suitable funding programmes and administrative support
• Support in finding cooperation partners
• Seminar series on third-party funding applications and research ethics
• Financial support, e.g. reimbursement of publication costs

The Centre for Continuing Education coordinates the university's internal continuing education programmes. Here you will find programmes for:

• Scientists looking to develop their skills and existing networking opportunities
• Lecturers, with events on topics related to university teaching and courses on innovative and flexible teaching methods
• Staff, with qualification courses and sought-after continuing education programmes, as well as courses offered by the university's organisational units

Whether for personal interest or in preparation for a research stay, the Central Department Language Centre offers language courses at various levels in Cottbus and Senftenberg, with the option of in-person or online learning. After an appropriate examination, the ZES issues language certificates. There are also opportunities for self-study in a relaxed atmosphere.

Immerse yourself in the systematic exchange of knowledge, technologies, ideas and skills between the university and external stakeholders from business, society, culture and politics.

A wide range of services will be offered, including job application and career advice, training for job applications and seminars on soft skills, as well as career guidance and job placement.

Support is provided to prospective founders from three groups: students, academic staff and alumni up to seven years after graduation.

• Intensive and personalised support and advice
• Tailored training
• Assistance with applying for financial aid
• Business succession

UniWiND is a network of 87 universities and institutions that share the common objective of advancing the quality of academic education for early-stage researchers in Germany - And BTU is part of it!