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Fully Funded PhD in International Security at Hertie School (Berlin) Hertie School in Germany
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Data Science
Funding
The position is fully funded with a three-year PhD stipend, with the possibility of extension. The stipend covers living expenses, and the programme provides access to an international research environment. No tuition fees are mentioned, and the funding is intended to support full-time doctoral research.
Deadline
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Country
Germany
University
Hertie School
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About this position
The Hertie School in Berlin, Germany, is offering a fully funded PhD position in International Security, starting in September 2026. This opportunity is ideal for outstanding graduates in the social sciences or related disciplines who are eager to pursue doctoral research in a rigorous, international academic environment. The successful candidate will join the Doctoral Programme in Governance and be affiliated with the Centre for International Security, which focuses on research areas such as grand strategy, nuclear policy, state and non-state actors in conflict, and digital technology and security.
The programme emphasizes policy-relevant, data-driven research and encourages applications from those using quantitative methods to study digital authoritarianism, state repression, or social movements. Applicants must hold a strong Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate proficiency in English. The PhD position is fully funded for three years, with the possibility of extension, and provides access to a vibrant international research community. The application deadline is 31 January 2026, and all materials must be submitted in English via the Hertie School’s online portal.
Applicants must also indicate a preferred supervisor from among the listed faculty. This is an excellent opportunity to engage with cutting-edge global issues and join a leading institution in governance and security studies.
Funding details
The position is fully funded with a three-year PhD stipend, with the possibility of extension. The stipend covers living expenses, and the programme provides access to an international research environment. No tuition fees are mentioned, and the funding is intended to support full-time doctoral research.
What's required
Applicants must hold an exceptionally strong Master’s degree (or equivalent) in political science, economics, law, sociology, data science, public administration, management, or related disciplines, completed before the start of the programme. Candidates using quantitative methods to study digital authoritarianism, state repression, or social movements are especially encouraged. Women and international applicants are strongly encouraged. Proof of English proficiency is required unless the applicant has completed at least four semesters of full-time study in an English-taught programme. Application materials must be in English and include a research proposal, CV, motivation letter, transcripts, and two academic reference letters.
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Professors
Prof. Dr.
Germany
Research Interests
International Security
Global Governance
Sociology
International Relations
Quantitative Analysis
Prof. Dr.
Germany
Research Interests
International Security
Global Governance
Authoritarianism
Sociology
International Relations
Prof. Dr., PhD
Germany
Research Interests
Global Governance
International Security
Sociology
Authoritarianism
Quantitative Analysis
Prof. Dr.
Germany
Research Interests
International Security
Global Governance
International Relations
Political Science
Quantitative Analysis
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