Overview

About the programme

Using an interdisciplinary approach, the Institute for Culture, Cognition, History and Heritage at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on global connectedness and addresses sustainability and governance challenges aligned with the VU profile themes.

We use novel and innovative methods in research and development and foster an inspiring research community that welcomes everyone, from early-stage academics to experienced researchers.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Inclusive Landscape Transformations
Environmental and Health Humanities
Globalisation, Capitalism, Colonialism
Knowledge in Context
Traces of the Transcendent

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-02 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History View 6 other PhDs in History in Netherlands

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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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to apply for a PhD programme at VU Amsterdam you will need:

Master's degree certificate or equivalent qualification
Curriculum vitae
Preliminary research proposal (up to 800 words to indicate fields of interest)
Copy of ID/passport
Language requirements/scores from TOEFL

Tuition Fee

External PhD candidates pay tuition fees on a yearly basis. However, faculties offer exemptions and tuition fee waivers under certain conditions.

Living costs for Amsterdam

1000 - 1500 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

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Available Scholarships

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