Overview

Their projects at the Faculty span all fields in archaeological research, from fieldwork to lab work and heritage issues, from prehistoric to modern times, worldwide.

Features

Embedded in the Faculty’s research groups, PhD projects are carried out under the personal supervision of two staff members.

The Graduate School of Archaeology at Leiden University is responsible for the overall coordination and monitoring of the PhD track, including the admission procedures, supervision and PhD (skills) training program.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Annual Progress Evaluation with supervisors and update of TSP

Progress review meeting (with Graduate School Annual review team)

Conducting research and writing of the dissertation

Taking training courses (for both academic and transferable skills) at one of the National Research Schools or your institute, as well as courses offered as part of the University Teaching Program for PhDs.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Archaeology

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Receiving a PhD degree is considered the highest educational proof of possessing the research skills necessary to carry out independent academic research.

PhD candidates are stimulated to present research results at international scientific meetings and publish in high-ranking scientific journals. Doing so, they build their own scientific network and track record to obtain the most favorable prospect for the continuation of their career after graduation.

Tuition Fee

There are currently no registration costs at the Faculty of Archaeology. Employed PhD candidates are exempted from paying university tuition fees. However, in some cases, contract or external PhD candidates are asked

Living costs for Leiden

850 - 1250 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Archaeology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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