Understanding the German academic system is a key to the successful accomplishment of a PhD. Ignoring this issue usually leads to lots of challenges. Many PhD students working with supervisors, colleagues and co-workers face misunderstandings. The main causes of these misunderstandings are hidden in the different perception of communication and collaboration. Understanding the hidden rules of the German academic system is the main asset of this workshop. Knowing about the historical background of academic traditions and the unspoken expectations between supervisors and colleagues will reduce potential tension in collaboration and scientific working. Furthermore, having a clear picture about academic culture, scientific argumentation and thinking will enhance flexibility and lower stress in terms of misunderstandings. Content - The meaning of doing PhD in Germany - Scientific working culture – history and learning culture - Hidden rules of the German Academic System - Communication and bilateral expectations – Supervision and collaboration - Typical pitfalls in intercultural communication The course is offered exclusively for doctoral researchers who are members of KHYS: http://www.khys.kit.edu/khys_registrierungsportal.php. Participation in the course is free of charge. The workshop is staged within the framework of the KHYS Internationalization Program that is promoted by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF): http://www.khys.kit.edu/internationalization_program.php.

Referent/in
Dr. Christine Issa

SAMINWORLD oHG

Veranstalter
Jutta Klein-Hitpaß
Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists (KHYS)
Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
Straße am Forum 3
76131 Karlsruhe
Tel: +49 721 608-46209
E-Mail: jutta klein-hitpass ∂does-not-exist.kit edu
https://www.khys.kit.edu

Zielgruppe
wissenschaftlicher Nachwuchs

Teilnehmerzahl
15

Die Anmeldung ist nur zwischen 31.08.2016 12:00 Uhr und 18.10.2016 18:00 Uhr möglich.