The Department of History and Civilization at the European University Institute (EUI) invites applications for a four year doctoral programme in History and Civilization (closing date for applications: 31.01.2015). Grants and tuition fees for PhD candidates are covered by the national grant-awarding authority.
- A truly European institution for post-graduate studies in history for the early modern and modern period
- European research focus, cosmopolitan ambiance, cultural diversity
- Most activities conducted in English, with multilingualism also encouraged
- Focus on the history of Europe in a comparative, transnational and global perspective
- Four-year fully funded Ph.D. grants
- Exchange programmes with major European, U.S.A. and Russian universities
- First-class library
- Historical Archives of the European Union
The Department of History and Civilization (HEC) of the European University Institute offers a distinctive programme of transnational and comparative European history. Our central concerns are the interlinking of European societies since the Renaissance and the complex cultural and political legacies that have shaped contemporary Europe. HEC is equally committed to exploring the place of Europe in the world through the study of empires, global processes and international institutions. The Department distinguishes itself as a place where different historiographical and methodological approaches meet.
The rich variety of research approaches and themes, as well as the broad international background of its professors and visiting scholars, together form a vibrant intellectual community.
Doctoral researchers have a unique chance to engage with the full range of historical research in Europe. In the first year of the programme, researchers start their PhD project and attend seminars that explore methodological questions and different areas of historical research. They also develop their academic writing and presentation skills, and can study foreign languages.
The Department funds research trips to work in archives and libraries across Europe and beyond. A first-class library, extensive computing facilities, a career center, language courses, and a large community of post-docs make the EUI an excellent environment to do a PhD in history.
Each year around 30 citizens of different EU member states, Norway, Switzerland, and a small number from other countries, are admitted to the PhD programme in History and Civilization of the European University Institute. All doctoral researchers receive a grant from their national governments for a period of three years, and the Institute provides funding for the fourth year.