The PhD student can apply for leave of absence of up to one year during the entire period of study. No salary is paid out during the leave of absence.
Application for leave of absence need not be motivated, but by signing the application, the principal supervisor as well as the head of the PhD school/head of department confirm that the studies can be resumed without any problems at the expiration of the leave of absence.
Find the form that should be used in connection with applying for leave of absence via the link to PhD forms on this page.