Transcultural Studies Heidelberg University

Overview

In line with the Cluster's focus, the programme's research profile centres on the dynamics of cultural exchange processes between Asia and Europe. 

The Cluster challenges the master narrative of asymmetrical Western domination along with its historical explanation, its methodology, and the resulting structures of the humanities and social sciences. 

Involving Asian, European, and global perspectives, the GPTS offers an excellent working environment for young scholars who wish to be integrated into cooperative research on problems of high complexity, both in terms of subject matter and methodology.

Features

• The Transcultural Studies (GPTS) from The Heidelberg University combines the European model of highly individualised doctoral studies and a system of guided courses. Supervision is provided by mentors during a term of three academic years. In the first year participants attend a number of thematically focused classes. 
• The second year is intended for field research, while the third year is dedicated for the writing and presenting of the results. 

• Each doctoral student will be assigned two mentors/advisors. Half of the scholarships are reserved for students from Asia.