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📅 16 & 18 November 2026 | ⏰ 2:00–8:00 pm | 🏫 Hof University | 🍽️ Catering included | 🎟️ Free of charge
Are you interested in pursuing a PhD and ready to take the next step in your academic career? Then the "Next Step: Doktor" PhD Workshop is exactly what you are looking for. 🚀
Join us for two inspiring days at Hof University of Applied Sciences and gain valuable insights into the path towards a doctorate. You will receive guidance on your personal doctoral prospects, make your first connections with potential supervisors and doctoral researchers, and develop concrete next steps for your future academic career. Learn about the framework and requirements of a doctorate and exchange ideas with other prospective doctoral candidates. 🤝
💡 Apply now: Apply by the end of October by submitting a short letter of motivation via the application form ✍️ and tell us why you’d like to take part in the workshop. Places are limited. You’ll receive a response to your application by 4 November.
Make the most of this opportunity to develop your PhD plans, make valuable contacts and lay the foundations for your academic career!
Want to find relevant literature for your studies faster?
Then this course is just right for you!
Building on “LIBRARY for Beginners – Welcome to the Library,” we’ll help you learn how to effectively use the library catalog, ebooks, and interlibrary loan. You’ll also get an overview of journals, newspapers, and databases that will help you in your studies.
In addition to the basics, you’ll learn about new database features, including AI-powered tools that can assist you with your research.
You will receive the access link in time before the event.
Registration is possible to: 15.11.2026
If the dates suggested in our calendar of events do not suit you, or if you would prefer
on-site training at the library, please feel free to contact us: bibliothek(at)hof-university.de
Are you new to the university? In this training you will learn everything you need to know about using the library, such as borrowing, collections, rooms, catalog, further training courses, …
Meeting point: information desk in the library
Registration is possible to: 19.11.2026
This course is intended for all university members who have already used the old library catalog and are familiar with the basics of using the library.
Newcomers to the library should register for the training session: “LIBRARY for beginners – Welcome to the Library.”
No registration required—here is the link to the online training: https://hof-university.zoom-x.de/j/62902581443
The International Office of Hof University invites you on Wednesday, November 25th, 6:00 PM, to a journey through Kazakhstan!
Expect exciting insights into traditions, music, dance, and culinary specialties. Students from Kazakhstan will present their country and share personal impressions of everyday life.
The event is open to all interested parties from Hof and the surrounding area – company representatives, students, alumni, and anyone who would like to learn more about Kazakhstan are warmly welcome. Admission is free.
Program
6:00 PM, Audimax Building B: Welcome address by the President of the University. Afterwards, Kazakh students will provide fascinating insights into the cultural traditions and special features of their home country through short presentations (in German).
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Experience Kazakhstan with all your senses – enjoy Kazakh specialties and participate in interactive workshops. Paint yurts (traditional nomad tents), immerse yourself in Kazakh tea culture, or test your skills at the classic game Assyk. The activities will be facilitated by international and Kazakh students in German and English.
8:30 PM: Let yourself be enchanted by the sounds of Kazakhstan – experience the traditional Dombra and listen to authentic Kazakh songs. The characteristic sounds of the traditional string instrument and the powerful melodies tell of Kazakhstan's history, culture, and tradition. Presented live and authentically.
This event is carried out and funded by the FIT project "International Students Successfully into the German Labor Market" at Hof University.
Look forward to an evening full of culinary delights, vibrant traditions, and unforgettable impressions from Kazakh culture!
📍 Wednesday, November 25, 2026
⏰ Doors open from 5:30 PM, Start 6:00 PM
🏛️ Hof University, Audimax (Building B)
🎟️ Admission is free