Part 2:

In this second part of my interview with Piyush Gupta, a Ph.D. student at Albert-Ludwig University, Freiburg, Germany, we dive deep into the application process for PhD programs in Germany. 🇩🇪

Piyush provides a step-by-step guide to navigating the application process, including valuable insights into writing a strong CV, crafting a compelling cover letter, securing a stipend, and life as a PhD student in Germany.

Topics covered:

How to apply for a PhD in Germany 🇩🇪
Writing an impressive CV and cover letter 📄
Stipend details for PhD students 💰
What life is like as a PhD candidate in Germany 🌍

This video is a comprehensive guide for anyone aspiring to study or pursue a PhD in Germany! Don’t miss out on these practical tips and insights. 🎓

0:00 Intro
0:04 Why & How PhD abroad?
1:20 Gap & Why internships?
3:37 PhD = Life?
4:40 Why Europe?
5:33 Why not US ?
6:47 Cover letter & SOP
9:39 CV Tips
10:50 How long it took you to “Grab A PhD”?
12:11 Some more tips and bizarre stuff!
13:17 Interview tips
16:55 Visa application process for Germany
18:14 Can middle class student afford study abroad?
21:50 My random question about emotions
22:32 My funny Visa and flight story
26:00 Piyush’s funny Visa and flight story
27:17 Accent issues are real!
28:07 When I show off my drug knowledge (Chill out! It’s my PhD topic)
28:32 Living abroad is easy?
29:54 About lab and professor!
30:42 Lonely or Alone?
32:17 Can you do a job along with PhD?
35:50 Stipend, expenses, job ticket in Europe, travel, exciting stuff
41:28 Indian food abroad?
43:28 Accommodation findings?
45:17 Learnings from PhD life!
46:21 Activities for mental health?
47:15 Which instrument/ lab stuff inspires you?
48:41 Outro

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