60 https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/byrd/doctoral-researchers/consultation Bremen Early Career Researcher Development offers individual consultations for doctoral researchers in Bremen. en University of Bremen Sat, 16 May 2026 10:55:41 +0200 Sat, 16 May 2026 10:55:41 +0200 University of Bremen content-464772 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:17:04 +0100 https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/byrd/doctoral-researchers/consultation#c464772 <ul> <li>"I want to get a PhD: Where do I start?" – Information on the PhD process</li> <li>"How can I finance my doctoral studies?" – Information on funding options</li> <li>"How and when must I apply to become a PhD student?" – Information on enrolment and the regulations governing doctoral studies</li> <li>"Is it possible to combine work and doctoral studies?" – Aspects of part-time doctoral studies</li> </ul> Content content-464776 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:17:04 +0100 https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/byrd/doctoral-researchers/consultation#c464776 <ul> <li>"I am in a difficult situation and need an outsider's perspective." – Individual consultation regarding non-scientific challenges during the doctorate</li> <li>"How can I meet other doctoral researchers?" – Networking for doctoral candidates</li> <li>"At which point in the PhD process should I start to think about what comes next? How can I prepare myself?" – Questions surrounding career planning</li> <li>"What can I do to get more structure in my work day?" – Individual consultation regarding work flow and motivation during the doctorate</li> <li>"I like to improve the communication with my supervisor. What can I do? – Reflecting the collaboration with your supervisor</li> <li>"I want to carry out part of my research project abroad." –  Information on Binational PhD (Co-Tutelle), Funding opportunities</li> <li>"I have a different sort of problem. Who can I go to for help?" –  Information on other service providers at the University of Bremen</li> </ul> Content content-464758 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:17:04 +0100 https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/byrd/doctoral-researchers/consultation#c464758 <p>Dr. Marie Saade is also available to talk to about issues regarding your wellbeing. She has completed the accredited training as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) at the Central Institute for Mental Health in Mannheim to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health. She is not a therapist, but there to listen to you in case you need someone to talk to about PhD related stress or personal difficulties effecting your work. Sometimes it already helps to talk or to get a new perspective on a first aid basis. She can also signpost you to get the help that you may find useful or assist you in seeking professional support. All consultations are strictly confidential. Simply email her at <a href="mailto:marie.saade@vw.uni-bremen.de">marie.saade@vw.uni-bremen.de</a> to meet for a talk.</p> Content