Overview

Doctoral students in History from Bielefeld University will find an exceptionally wide range of expertise in the Department that enthusiastically welcomes individual interests in doctoral topics. The Department's research areas range across not only all epochs from ancient up to contemporary history, but also a great number of systematic fields ranging from economic history to the history of art.

Key facts

Doctoral students are integrated into an inspiring environment thanks to the strong cooperation not only between different research areas but also with neighbouring disciplines in the social sciences and cultural studies.

Candidates benefit from a very dynamic approach to research in the Department, a great number of active international cooperations, and the presence of the BGHS Graduate School funded since 2007 as part of the Excellence Initiative.

The wide-ranging cooperations at Bielefeld all merge into an intensive focus on analysing the theoretical foundations of historical research. This also provides the framework for doctoral training.

You can gain a PhD in history either in the international doctoral programme in history or independently. The international doctoral programme is a curricular programme organized by the Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology/BGHS.

An independent PhD is more suitable if you are an external doctoral student or have employment obligations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters.

Language

English

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Credits

10 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bielefeld, Germany

Disciplines

History View 4 other PhDs in History 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

In general, an above-average degree from a Master's degree programme relevant to doctorate/Phd studies is required. There are generally no age restrictions.

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Tuition Fees

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees at Bielefeld University. All you have to pay is a social fee of 300 EUR per semester

Living costs

Bielefeld

Germany

680 - 1050 EUR / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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