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The "Academic Writing" course is a certificate course that enables participants to learn and deepen the basics of academic writing and research. Theoretical content and practical exercises will enable them to plan, write and evaluate academic papers correctly.
Graduates of the "Scientific Work" course are better equipped to carry out scientific tasks in universities, research institutions, companies or organisations. They can apply the knowledge they have learnt in the context of study projects, research papers, reports and publications.
The "Academic Writing" certificate course is aimed at those interested in preparing for aptitude tests or from a personal professional context, students and professionals who want to improve their academic writing skills. Scientific work requires not only the ability to develop well-founded questions and to proceed methodically, but also the ability to formulate clearly and precisely, to find and cite the right sources and to present results in a comprehensible manner.
In this course, participants learn how to identify topics, develop research questions and structure academic texts. They receive answers to basic questions about academic work and can prepare and write their term papers, presentations and theses with confidence.
| Certificate course | Info |
|---|---|
| Conclusion: | Certificate from Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences |
| Duration: | A duration of at least 16 hours spread over 3 days is recommended. |
| Teaching language: | German |
| Format: | Online, further education, certificate course |
| Course start: | Start every year in April, individual dates to be announced. |
| Prerequisites: | not required |
| Registration period: | ongoing possible |
| Admission restriction: | The participation fee depends on the number of participants (min. 10):
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| General admission requirements: | none |
| Course fees: | depending on the number of participants (150 to 200 €) |
The "Scientific Work" course comprises four modules covering the following topics:
The course is aimed at students, professionals and academic staff who wish to improve their academic writing and research skills.
DegreeCertificate "Scientific work"
RecognitionCertificate course at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
After the course, participants are better prepared to write and present scientific papers. This can improve their career opportunities in academic and research-oriented fields.
The Federal Ministry of Education and Research offers a direct funding option via the Foundation for the promotion of talented young people in vocational training. All related information can be found at: www.sbb-stipendien.de
Current is the Online application for the Advancement scholarship - the study grant for experienced professionals possible again.
Prospective and current students can until Monday, 9 June 2025 apply for an advancement scholarship. The Scholarship programme of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research supports skilled workers with vocational training and several years of practical experience in their first academic degree programme.
Detailed information on the advancement scholarship
For a Full-time study programme scholarship holders receive 992 euros per month plus 80 euros book allowance (i.e. a total of 1,072 euros) and 3,045 euros per calendar year for part-time study. The benefits are a lump sum and independent of income.
In addition, there is an extensive non-material supportThe scholarship holders can take part in numerous seminars on various topics. In addition, there are regional groups on site and a digital network through which they can network and exchange ideas with each other.applications are possible before the start of the programme and until the end of the second semester. There is no age limit for applications.
If you have any questions about your application, our application counselling team will be happy to assist you. Our colleagues can be contacted by e-mail () or by telephone on 0228 / 62931 -43 or -51.
In addition, the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, in cooperation with the employment agencies, offers a digital training guides to.
In some cases, employers contribute to the costs of a continuing education Master's degree programme / certificate programme / continuing education course. These in turn have the opportunity to Company-specific subsidies to obtain. When talking to your employer, please feel free to refer to the Employer service of the employment agency.
Costs for further training can, for example, be recognised as income-related expenses, tax deductible be made. You can obtain advice on this from the tax office.
We would be delighted if this compilation helps you to find a suitable funding opportunity for your further academic education at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
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