PhD Scholarships in Economics, History, Law, and Political and Social Sciences
Fully-funded four-year PhD programmes in interdisciplinary social sciences at the European University Institute in Florence.
Best for:Best for ambitious scholars seeking a fully-funded, interdisciplinary PhD in social sciences with a focus on European and global issues.
Overview
The European University Institute (EUI) offers fully-funded PhD scholarships across four disciplines: Economics, History, Law, and Political and Social Sciences. Located in Florence, Italy, this prestigious institute provides a multidisciplinary environment where doctoral students engage in rigorous research, supervised dissertation work, and specialized training. The programmes emphasize critical thinking, social impact, and intellectual freedom, preparing scholars to address pressing global challenges. Successful applicants benefit from a supportive community, access to international resources, and opportunities for collaboration with leading practitioners and researchers.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research under close supervision, culminating in a doctoral dissertation.
- Enrol in structured courses on research methods, theory, and topical workshops.
- Participate in academic and professional training programmes to enhance research and career skills.
- Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration to address complex social and political challenges.
- Present research findings at workshops, conferences, and seminars.
- Collaborate with practitioners and access unparalleled institutional resources.
Requirements
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required for academic work and communication
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in Economics, History, Law, or Political and Social Sciences.
- Ability to conduct independent research and write scholarly dissertations.
- Commitment to interdisciplinary and critical thinking.
- Proficiency in academic writing and research methodologies.
- Open to applicants from EUI’s contracting states (Austria, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden).
- No specific age limit mentioned, but typically aligned with national grant-awarding authorities’ criteria.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-15 (CET)
Applicants must apply online through the EUI’s official PhD application portal. The application process requires submitting academic transcripts, a research proposal, letters of recommendation, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Detailed instructions and the application form are available on the EUI’s PhD webpage.
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal or statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation (typically 2-3)
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-speaking institution)
- Motivation letter or personal statement
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