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Germany · PhD · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Doctoral Research Assistantship in European Customs Law and Geoeconomics

Three-year collaborative doctorate in partnership with Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München examining multilateral WTO dispute settlement and carbon border adjustment mechanisms (CBAM).

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Master's degree in economics, law, or business administration with grade of at least 'gut' (2.0 or better).
English language proficiency
German C1 and English C1.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required.
Thesis / Research statement
Master's thesis, doctoral research outline, and academic CV.
Recommendation letters
Two university professor recommendations.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
TV-L E13 65% doctoral salary approximately €32,000 annually
Application fee
€140 semester solidarity fee
Tuition / joining costs
€0 tuition (Bavarian state higher education framework)

Dates and verification

Application deadline
April 15, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Bayerische Akademie für Außenwirtschaft (BAA München) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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