Overview

The four-year Interdisciplinary International Studies doctoral programme from Vienna School of International Studies is organised in cooperation with the University of Vienna open to graduates who wish to pursue a research project linking at least two of the four disciplines legal studies, political science, international economics and history.

Key features

Throughout the programme, doctoral candidates are guided by internationally acclaimed scholars from all over the world, who are dedicated to support our students' academic journeys exploring scientific skills, data collection and analysis as well as academic publications among others.

In addition to that, IIS students have the opportunity to participate in the academic life at the DA through teaching activities, research assistantships and more. The small but vibrant research community at the DA provides PhD students with opportunities to connect with peers in advanced academic positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

For Module 1 (DA), doctoral students are required to complete coursework and sit field examinations in both disciplines. Coursework includes research seminars, workshops, courses relevant for their research topic and extensive reading courses focussing on their research disciplines.
For Module 2 (UW), students are required to develop their research project. To complete this module students are expected to hold a colloquium (“faculty public presentation”) to discuss their dissertation prospectus with the dissertation committee to gain approval for the project.
Module 3 focuses on research and writing of the doctoral thesis. The primary purpose of PhD study is the preparation and presentation of a substantial piece of original research in the form of a thesis.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vienna, Austria

Disciplines

General Studies

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Curriculum vitae
Research Prospectus
The prospectus represents the starting point for the development of the final research proposal.
Passport (personal details page) or National ID Card (possible only for EU citizens if no passport is available)
Academic degree(s) and Transcript(s)
Please upload both your undergraduate and graduate degree certificates and transcripts.
English language certificate or English language certificate waiver

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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

4100 EUR / year

≈ 4100 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

4100 EUR / year

≈ 4100 EUR / year

Additional Details

(applies to Module 1 for the 2026-27 academic year only)

Living costs

Vienna

Austria

861 - 1331 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 Interdisciplinary International Studies.

Available Scholarships

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