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Research & Teaching

At Humboldt University, research and teaching are inseparable, just as our namesake intended. This principle also applies explicitly to early-career researchers, who can take on responsibility in research and teaching at an early stage. HU is an excellent research university that delivers outstanding performance in many areas, both nationally and internationally.

Excellence in science

Humboldt-Universität is one of the most important universities in the German-speaking world thanks to its numerous projects in cutting-edge research and teaching as well as its renowned international networks. Its research achievements are reflected in the awards received by numerous academics and in a large number of research groups and programmes.

Die Köpfe des Kunstwerkes "Kopfbewegung - heads, shifting" spiegeln sich in einem Fenster in der Forschungsstadt Adlershof.
Photo: Stefan Klenke

Excellence in science

Humboldt-Universität is one of the most important universities in the German-speaking world thanks to its numerous projects in cutting-edge research and teaching as well as its renowned international networks. Its research achievements are reflected in the awards received by numerous academics and in a large number of research groups and programmes.

News from research & teaching

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Successful applicants will receive funding of €63,000 for a three-year project that integrates pioneering research with creative teaching in their respective fields.

Dr. Haci Cevik trägt einen dunkelfarbenen Sakko, ein helles Hemd, hält einen Blumenstrauß mit gelben und orangen Blumen in der Hand und blickt freundlich in die Kamera. Im Hintergrund ist ein Hörsaal mit Besucher*innen der Preisverleihung zu sehen.
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Dr Haci Cevik, Einstein Fellow at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, receives the Voltaire Award 2026 from the University of Potsdam for his commitment to academic freedom, social dialogue and freedom of expression.

Participants of a previous edition of Circle U.'s Sandpits. Photo: Benjamin Zwarts
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Looking to develop innovative, interdisciplinary research projects on sustainability? Discover the Circle U. Sandpits 2026, taking place in Belgium from 27 to 29 May.

Andreas Reckwitz sitzt in einem alten Hörsaal auf einem Stuhl und hat die Hände und Arm auf der Ablage vor ihm gelegt. Er blickt an der Kamera vorbei nach rechts. Er trägt ein helles Hemd und einen royalblauen Anzug.
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Prof Dr Andreas Reckwitz receives German Sociological Association Award for outstanding achievements in the field of public effectiveness of sociology 2026.

 

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Academic career at the Humboldt University

Im Vordergrund sieht man Bücherregale. Durch ein offenes Fenster sieht man im Haus gegenüber einen Mann in einem Büro sitzen

Doctorate

Humboldt-Universität is an attractive place to do your doctorate. We are committed to a modern, transparent and internationally competitive doctoral culture whose standards are constantly being further developed.

Ein Forscher mit einer Schutzbrille steht an einer mit Plexiglas geschützten Wand und steckt seine Hände in eine Öffnung eingelassene Schutzhandschuhe. Er arbeite mit chemischen Stoffen.

Postdoctoral phase

During your postdoctoral phase, you will gain further qualifications and specialise in your field of research. We will advise you on possible career goals such as a professorship or leading a junior research group as well as funding options.

Eine Professorin schreibt mit Kreide an eine grüne Tafel.

Professorship

In addition to the traditional habilitation and the leadership of junior research groups, Humboldt-Universität offers a tenure-track programme that offers junior researchers the prospect of a lifetime professorship.

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Standards in research & teaching

Humboldt-Universität is committed to the highest standards of quality in research and teaching, which we continuously review and improve. According to Humboldt's guiding principle, research and teaching are closely linked: students and teachers expand knowledge together.

The participatory teaching model reflects HU's understanding of education and creates a framework for good teaching that can be experienced in everyday university life and encourages students to meet current and future teaching and learning requirements and help shape innovations.

In research, the statutes on good scientific practice form the binding standard for integrity, transparency and supervision. Scientists work lege artis, i.e. according to the rules of the art. This includes scientific integrity, correct citation, careful documentation and the disclosure of research data and results (open access). Compliance with these standards is supported by a central ombudsman's office.

Service & advice

Support for your research

We advise and support you in financing your research projects and in your career planning. We also support you in successfully communicating your ideas to society and industry.

Support for your teaching

The continuous development of studies and teaching is supported by ongoing exchange and individual professionalisation. We support you with strategic and didactic topics through counselling, further training and resources.