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Fully Funded PhD in Peace and Conflict Resolution at Europa-Universität Flensburg Europa-Universität Flensburg in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Sociology

Funding

Structured 3-year doctoral program that is fully funded, covering tuition and living costs for up to 36 months. Includes seminars with renowned scholars, international study visits, and close mentorship.

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

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Germany

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Europa-Universität Flensburg

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Keywords

Sociology
Political Science
International Relations
Media Studies
Philosophy
Religious Studies
Middle Eastern Studies
Literature
Conflict Resolution
Law
Reconciliation

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About this position

Europa-Universität Flensburg is calling for PhD candidates for the European Wasatia Graduate School in Peace and Conflict Resolution. The program is based in Flensburg, Germany, and welcomes applicants worldwide, with particular encouragement for candidates from the Middle East/West Asia.

The research theme is interdisciplinary and transnational, focusing on truth and justice as foundations for sustainable peace. Topics include the moral, political, legal, and religious dimensions of reconciliation, acknowledgment of historical suffering, transformation of entrenched narratives, and comparative studies relevant to the Middle East. The program also emphasizes interreligious and intercultural understanding.

Eligible applicants should have strong academic preparation in the humanities or social sciences, such as Philosophy, Sociology, Literature, Media, Political Science, Economics, Middle East Studies, Religious Studies, or Law. A completed MA within the last five years is preferred, though exceptions may be possible. Applicants must be willing to reside on campus in Flensburg for the full program duration.

The doctoral program runs for 3 years (January 2027–2029) and is fully funded, covering tuition and living costs for up to 36 months. It also offers seminars with renowned scholars, international study visits, and close mentorship, in partnership with the Maecenata Foundation and Leibniz Zentrum Moderner Orient, Berlin.

Deadline: 30 September 2026. To apply, email your CV, letter of interest addressing all requirements, PhD proposal (5–10 pages), master's thesis PDF, BA/MA transcripts, and one reference letter to [email protected]. More details are available on the program page.

Funding details

Structured 3-year doctoral program that is fully funded, covering tuition and living costs for up to 36 months. Includes seminars with renowned scholars, international study visits, and close mentorship.

What's required

Applicants should have academic excellence in the humanities or social sciences, with backgrounds such as Philosophy, Sociology, Literature, Media, Political Science, Economics, Middle East Studies, Religious Studies, or Law. A completed MA within the last 5 years is preferred, though exceptions may be possible. Applicants should have an interest in interdisciplinary and international collaboration and must reside on campus in Flensburg for the duration of the program.

How to apply

Send a CV, letter of interest addressing all requirements, PhD proposal (5–10 pages), master's thesis PDF, transcripts for BA/MA, and one reference letter to [email protected]. Use the program link for more details and application instructions.

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