Overview

There are two models of Humanities doctoral study at University of Cologne: an individual doctoral project pursued in the standard model “Regular Track” and participation in the structured doctoral model “Integrated Track”.

Featutres

You can participate in the Integrated Track either as a collegiate, one not receiving financial support provided by the a.r.t.e.s. Graduate School, or through various funding programmes at the a.r.t.e.s. Graduate School.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-11 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Köln, Germany

Disciplines

Liberal Arts View 3 other PhDs in Liberal Arts in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Admission Form for Doctoral Studies

Primary Supervision

Secondary Supervision

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

The University of Cologne does not charge any tuition fees. Students pay only a semester fee of 335.65 EUR.

Living costs

Köln

Germany

831 - 1291 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Humanities.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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