The Graduate
School for Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Heidelberg
invites applications for:
6
doctoral scholarships
We are
looking for highly motivated, excellent PhD students with a strong interest in
interdisciplinary research.
The
prestigious Graduate School offers a dynamic and collaborative research and
study environment with an excellent national and international network.
Successful applicants will benefit from a structured graduate programme which
contains a large selection of core seminars and other courses in English and
German. The scholarships of € 1.110 per month are intended for national and
international applicants and have a duration of two years, with the possibility
of a one-year extension. The earliest starting date is 1 October 2014.
Applicants
must hold an M.A. or equivalent in one of the disciplines of the Humanities or
Social Sciences with an above-average grade (at least 1.7, 5.5, B+, 2+, “magna
cum laude”, or similar). The transcript has to indicate at least four years of
study at the university level. Excellent knowledge of English or German, in
addition to another language, is expected. Knowledge of German can be
acquired or improved during the first year of the programme. Applicants are
expected to contact a potential supervisor in Heidelberg in order to discuss
their research plans and to obtain his or her supervision agreement.
The deadline
for submission is 15 March 2014. Successful candidates will be
invited to present their projects to the Selection Committee at an interview in
Heidelberg or via Skype in mid-May 2014.
The
University of Heidelberg has particular interest in supporting women and
encourages them to apply for the doctoral scholarships. Applications from
disabled candidates with equal qualifications will be given preference.
For more information and application
please visit the University of Heidelberg Doctoral Scholarships page.
