Writing an exposé. A construction kit for your PhD project
Writing an exposé - whether for clarifying the topic, for your supervisor or for applying for a scholarship - is often the decisive step towards officially committing to your PhD project and thus really entering the PhD phase.
In this online workshop, you will get to know methods, try out hands-on exercises, and receive tips and information on the exposé text genre. You will also give and receive peer text feedback on your exposé drafts.
Our goal is to address central questions regarding the exposé:
- What does a strong exposé look like, and which core components does it require?
- What is my specific research topic?
- Which methods, concepts, and theories will I use in my research?
- What are the central questions and objectives of my doctoral project?
- How can I frame my project so that others recognize the value of my research?
This workshop is designed for PhD students at the beginning of their doctoral journey who are currently in the process of drafting their exposé. You will delve deeper into your topic, refine your writing process, and make significant progress on your draft.
Please bring all your PhD notes and ideas and a first draft of your exposé (1–2 pages) to the workshop.
Contact: Dr. Andrea Karsten
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. (online).
Our workshops are interactive formats that thrive on active participation and the exchange of ideas between all attendees.
Registration
For binding registration, please fill out the form below completely. The registration deadline is 48 hours before the workshop starts. Please note that we can only process complete registrations.
Important: If the registration form is not working or you do not receive a confirmation email, you can also register by emailing kompetenzzentrum.schreiben(at)uni-paderborn(dot)de. Please simply include all the details required in the registration form (name, email address, degree programme, and current semester) in your message.