The Basel Graduate School of History (BGSH) is delighted to offer Tender Starting Scholarships for support during the start phase of their doctorate. International students are eligible to apply for this scholarship programme.
Course Level:Â The scholarships are for support during the start phase of your doctorate.
Eligible Nationalities:Â International students are eligible to apply for this scholarship programme.
Eligibility Criteria:Â To be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:
The scholarships are intended for students with a masters degree or equivalent in history and who wish to pursue doctorates in one of the following areas: medieval history, early modern history, recent and recent history, eastern European history, Jewish history, global history, A high motivation to participate in the BGSH as an active member and to carry out an independent, multi-year research project is expected.
Method of Application:Â
The application is made electronically via the following page:
In addition, the following documents by e-mail to the coordinator of the Basel Graduate School of History, Dr. med. Roberto Sala (roberto.sala-at-unibas.ch), to send:
- Cover letter
- 2nd Curriculum Vitae (possibly with publication list)
- Sketch for the dissertation project (maximum 3 pages)
- Diploma
- One or two text samples (including master’s thesis or similar)
The application can be in German, French or English. Applicants who are about to complete their studies may apply if they can submit the official diploma by 8 June 2018 at the latest. Applications from doctoral students who are already doing their doctorate at other universities will not be considered. Starting scholarship holders must enroll as doctoral students at the University of Basel.
Scholarship Application Deadline:Â March 31, 2018
