Doctoral Programme in Social Sciences
An interdisciplinary doctoral research centre focusing on globalisation, European integration, and interculturality.
Best for:Best for social science researchers seeking an interdisciplinary doctoral environment with a focus on European and global integration.
Overview
The Fulda Graduate Centre of Social Sciences offers a structured doctoral programme at the intersection of sociology, political science, communication studies, law, and business. As the first university of applied sciences in Germany with the right to confer doctoral degrees in these disciplines, the centre emphasizes theory development, methodology, and socially relevant research. Candidates benefit from an interdisciplinary environment that combines international training with rigorous academic supervision. The programme is designed to support researchers in addressing complex global and European challenges through a multi-faceted social science lens.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent doctoral research within the fields of sociology, political science, communication, law, or business.
- Participate in structured research training, workshops, and colloquia throughout the semester.
- Engage in interdisciplinary academic discourse and theory development.
- Contribute to the research community of the Graduate Centre through active participation in events.
- Adhere to the methodological and theoretical standards of the centre.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: Proficiency in English and German.
Instruction: English and German
- Strong academic background in social sciences.
- Ability to conduct independent research.
- Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Must meet the academic admission criteria for doctoral studies at Fulda University of Applied Sciences.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2025-03-15
Applications are accepted twice per year with deadlines on 15 March and 15 September. Interested candidates should contact the Graduate Centre for specific application procedures and documentation requirements.
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- CV
Contact
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