The Institute offers doctoral programs in various disciplines, especially in the fields of empirical educational research, psychology, educational science and sociology. In addition to the professional supervision, which is also (but not exclusively) provided by the professors working at the Institute, the LIfBi offers extensive opportunities for the promotion of young researchers, opportunities to participate in conferences and continuing education programs, as well as financial support for stays abroad. The 65% doctoral positions financed through the core budget follow a two-phase model (3 + 2 years).

A doctoral student representation elected by all doctoral students provides support and networking for young researchers in this special career phase. The elected postdoc representation advocates for the concerns and interests of all doctoral employees at the institute, regardless of their current position and plans for their further career.

Bamberg offers a wide range of education and research. In addition to our Leibniz Institute for Educational Trajectories, the Otto Friedrich University and the State Institute for Family Research, there are numerous technical (high) schools, secondary and vocational schools as well as adult education institutions with a variety of focuses for personal and professional development.

Early education and childcare is provided in the city and district of Bamberg in numerous crèches, kindergartens, large care centers and after-school care centers. Educational opportunities for the whole family are also offered by social institutions, district centers and clubs.