Deadline: 12 May 2016
Open to: PhD students in the humanities and social sciences studying political and social change in Eastern Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia
Scholarship: the programme offers flexible funding schemes for Ph.D. students at various stages of their dissertation research
Open to: PhD students in the humanities and social sciences studying political and social change in Eastern Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia
Scholarship: the programme offers flexible funding schemes for Ph.D. students at various stages of their dissertation research
Description
ZEIT-Stiftung brings
together young leaders from a variety of fields to address key issues in
global governance. Particularly the programme “Trajectories of
Change” addresses historical and current transformation processes in
the European neighborhood. The programme offers stipends and
fieldwork grants for PhD students in the humanities and social sciences.
For 2016, research applications dealing with historical and current
contestation processes leading to political and social change are especially
welcome. Political and social change begins with contestation. Popular
revolts, mass protests, challenges by intellectuals and social elites as well
as other forms of mobilization dispute institution.
The programme seeks to support young researchers in
social sciences and history in contributing novel insights into trajectories of
change. It promotes both empirical research based on intensive fieldwork
and projects centered on theoretical reflection.
Eligibility
Applicants must be PhD students of social sciences or
humanities;
PhD students at various stages of their dissertation
research as well as for graduate students in the phase of PhD project
development;
Prospective PhD students.
Innovative and challenging research
questions as well as comparative approaches will be highly
welcomed.
Scholarship
The programme offers flexible funding schemes for
PhD.students at various stages of their dissertation research as well as for
graduate students in the phase of PhD project development:
PhD Scholarships: monthly living stipend of EUR 1,200, additional
funds for participation in academic conferences and for fieldwork expenses;
Dissertation Completion Scholarships: monthly living
stipend of EUR 1,200, additional funds for participation in academic
conferences;
Pre-Doctoral Research Grants: a single grant of max.
EUR 5,000, participation in two dissertation proposal development workshops;
Fieldwork Grants: a single grant of max. EUR 3,000, participation
in yearly conferences and field trips.
How to apply?
In order to apply for the scholarship please prepare:
A research proposal (max. 7 pages for doctoral students
and 3-5 pages for pre-doctoral candidates, references excluded);
A research plan with time schedule (max. 2 pages);
A CV;
A copy of your university degree;
A photo.
You can upload all documents at the end of the
online application form until 12 May 2016.
For more information, please visit the
official website.
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