University of Copenhagen Offers 7 PhD Scholarships in Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies

Job Fields and Important Details

FieldsDescription
PositionPhD Scholarship
OrganisationDepartment of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies, University of Copenhagen
CountryDenmark
CityCopenhagen
No of VacanciesRegular Scholarships: 6, Carlsberg Foundation Humanities PhD Fellowship: 1
Project NameNA
Skills and Qualifications

Educational Requirements:
Two-year Master’s degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent
Submission and pre-approval of Master’s thesis at the time of application

Language Proficiency:

High level of written and spoken academic English

For specific scholarships:
Greenlandic and Arctic Studies: Solid knowledge of Greenlandic
Polish Studies: Solid knowledge of Polish
Turkish Studies: Solid knowledge of Turkish

ExperienceNA
SalaryApproximately DKK 30,700 (EUR 4,100) per month

Organisation Details

The Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen, is part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) and is among Europe’s top-ranking universities. The department promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard, offering a vibrant and collaborative environment for academic growth. Located in Copenhagen, the university blends rich tradition with a modern outlook, providing excellent working conditions and a supportive culture ideal for a successful academic career.

Job Description

The PhD Scholarship program consists of research projects at the highest international level, qualifying students for independent research, knowledge dissemination, and teaching. PhD students will organize and conduct their own research projects under supervision, culminating in the submission and public defense of a PhD thesis. The program is structured to 180 ECTS credits, equivalent to three years of full-time study.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct independent research projects
Participate in active research environments both in Denmark and internationally
Contribute to the academic community through teaching, presenting at conferences, and engaging with the public
Develop and disseminate research findings

Opportunities:

Engage with supervisors and peers in a collaborative research setting
Access to research training courses
Potential for career advancement in academia and other sectors

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How to Apply

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