To support and accelerate the PhD phase, the SMiP group offers a unique qualification program. It comprises 6 semesters and includes different types of teaching activities covering, for example, core courses in statistical modeling, skill trainings (e.g., academic writing and publishing), and workshops on diverse topics given by members of the SMiP group or renowned international experts from partner institutions. In addition to the course work, active participation in teaching and in conferences will be supported. Furthermore, PhD Candidates will have the opportunity to visit external labs in research groups abroad.