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University of Basel

University of Basel PhD Scholarship

PhD Scholarship in Ancient Civilizations, Ancient History, Latin Studies, or Archaeology of the Roman Provinces at the University of Basel University of Basel in Switzerland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Archaeology

Funding

One-year scholarship worth CHF 32,000, paid in two tranches with evaluation. The grant supports the initial phase of the PhD project, and the candidate is expected to develop a funding proposal within the first six months for external funding such as the Swiss National Science Foundation.

Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

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Switzerland

University

University of Basel

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Ancient History
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About this position

One-year PhD scholarship at the University of Basel in the Department of Ancient Civilizations.

The program supports a young graduate at the start of a PhD research project in Ancient Civilizations, with especially strong fit for projects related to Ancient History, Latin Studies, or the Archaeology of the Roman Provinces. The scholarship amount is CHF 32,000, paid in two tranches with evaluation.

Applicants should hold a first-class MA degree in Ancient Civilizations (all disciplines in the department). Students who are close to finishing may apply if they can submit an official graduation certificate by 2027-02-09. The first supervisor must be a member of the Department of Ancient Civilizations at the University of Basel, and enrolment at the university is mandatory.

During the first six months, the scholar is expected to develop a funding proposal for the Swiss National Science Foundation or another funding body. Applications can be submitted in German, French, or English.

Deadline: 2026-11-15. Apply by email to the coordinator of the Doctoral Program of Basel Ancient Studies, Hans-Hubertus Muench ([email protected]), with a motivation letter, CV, MA diploma, writing samples, dissertation sketch, and reference letter.

Funding details

One-year scholarship worth CHF 32,000, paid in two tranches with evaluation. The grant supports the initial phase of the PhD project, and the candidate is expected to develop a funding proposal within the first six months for external funding such as the Swiss National Science Foundation.

What's required

Applicants must hold a first-class MA degree in Ancient Civilizations (all disciplines in the department). Candidates who are about to complete their studies may apply if they can provide an official graduation certificate by 2027-02-09. The PhD student is expected to be highly motivated, personally involved in the PhD program, and the first supervisor must be a member of the Department of Ancient Civilizations at the University of Basel.

How to apply

Send the required application documents by email to the coordinator of the Doctoral Program of Basel Ancient Studies, Hans-Hubertus Muench. Include a motivation letter, CV, MA diploma, 1-2 writing samples, a dissertation sketch, and a reference letter. Applications may be submitted in German, French, or English.

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