Hochschule Geisenheim University (HGU) offers a structured PhD process, in which students work on their research projects while taking part in workshops and training courses offered by our Graduate School. These include a wide range of training in scientific theory and practice, from scientific lectures to complete modules covering analytical and organizational skills, as well as career-planning and networking. External academic examiners, from other universities, are part of the completion of the PhD program. HGU is also part of a large group of cooperating universities in which students can build their own networks, also through a newly-established platform.