
The German word "Promotionsordnung" stands for the rules according to which the degree of a PhD can be awarded. You can download the full Regulations for Attaining the Academic Degree of “Doktor rerum naturalium” (Dr. rer. nat.) in the MPGC as PDF either in the original version in German or as English translation.
The regulations define besides from the scope and the organisation of the MPGC and the rules for the PhD thesis and its defense also conditions you need to fulfill when you apply or you need to consider soon after your admission. This includes for example regulations about:
Therefore, we recommend to read the relevant parts of the regulations before you apply.