Location
Florence, Italy

Salary
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Deadline
31 January 2025 (14:00 CET)

Academic Disciplines
Economics, History, Law, Political and Social Sciences

Job Type
Academic Posts, Studentships / Grants & scholarships

Hours
Full Time

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About the Programme 

Fully-funded PhD programmes 

The European University Institute (EUI) offers well-structured doctoral programmes allowing you to develop your intellectual curiosity and enabling original research. Approximately 130 scholarships covering tuition fees and providing a monthly grant are available every year across our four departments: Economics, History, Law, and Political and Social Sciences. 

Doctoral Programme in History and Civilisation  

The Doctoral Programme in History and Civilisation at the EUI examines Europe’s history and its relationship to the world. It pushes our researchers to think beyond boundaries and study global connections within early modern and modern European history and explore transnational and comparative European history.   

In the first and second years, doctoral researchers study historiographical and methodological issues and focus on an in-depth exploration of selected central themes of European history. In the third and fourth years, researchers focus on their individual research and are invited to present the results of their work at seminars and workshops.   

The call for applications opens in November, for admission the following September. Please apply online by 31 January. 

Why choose the EUI? 

A community of peers and support 

With top-tier faculty, structured and close supervision, and an inspiring environment, the EUI is dedicated to your success.  Here, you will collaborate with practitioners, access unparalleled resources, and enjoy continuous training, allowing you to thrive in your PhD journey. 

Critical thinking and multidisciplinary approaches 

EUI offers a unique environment where multidisciplinary collaboration is central. Our PhD programmes empower researchers to address pressing social challenges by combining diverse perspectives and expertise.

Social impact beyond academia 

At the EUI, your research extends far beyond academic circles. We prepare scholars to engage with the world, engaging politics and society. Research at EUI is relevant, outward-looking, and designed to shape sustainable futures.

Intellectual freedom and academic integrity

The EUI upholds high standards of academic freedom and ethical research. Here, scholars explore and defend their work confidently, contributing responsibly to European and global debates.

Research opportunities across Europe and beyond 

Rooted in Europe, the EUI's vision is global. Whether exploring European history, international law, or global political issues, the institute provides opportunities to make European impact. 

Establish international links

EUI alumni form an international professional network. Our alumni from the Department of History hold positions in academia (71%), museums/archives/library (6%), the private sector (5%), other research institutions (4%), national organisations (4%), international organisations (3%) *.

* Alumni Surveys  

The EUI

Located in the scenic hills of Fiesole overlooking Florence, the EUI hosts a diverse and international academic community. Over 1,000 scholars of more than 100 nationalities pursue their training, research and work here. Their diverse backgrounds stimulate lively debate and the sharing of knowledge.

Our facilities include a world-class social sciences research library with extensive multilingual collections and services to support advanced research, as well as exclusive access to the Historical Archives of the European Union.