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PhD Opportunities in Communication Studies in Netherlands
Phd Positions in communication studies in netherlands
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Universities with open PhD positions in communication studies in the Netherlands include Universitair Medisch Centrum Utrecht, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University.
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Universitair Medisch Centrum Utrecht
Netherlands
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This PhD project is centred on improving communication about dementia prevention and dementia diagnosis. Working across two major consortia, the doctoral researcher will explore the needs of patients, citizens, relatives and healthcare professionals, and then co-develop practical communication tools and training for use in clinical and care settings. The project spans two complementary research lines. In the prevention project, BIRD-NL, the PhD candidate will study which messages encourage behav...
Psychology
Communication Studies
Health Communication
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Netherlands
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This PhD project at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam examines how online and offline social relationships among young people are intertwined, and how digital experiences may support positive relationships, mental wellbeing, and flourishing. The position is embedded in the Stronger2gether consortium, a transdisciplinary research community that links science and practice. The doctoral researcher will work with students in vmbo, mbo, and special education , together with teachers and other professional...
Education
Sociology
Psychology
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Astrid Janssens
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University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University
Netherlands
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This PhD project at UMC Utrecht focuses on person-centred care and technological innovation in brain diagnostics, with a specific emphasis on bringing MRI closer to the patient and into primary care. The project is part of the consortium initiative Brain Matters and the broader Reimagine Imaging programme, which aims to redesign how people are referred, guided, and supported through the imaging pathway. The PhD student will work on the development of a largely automated MRI set-up in which patie...
Psychology
Information Technology
Medical Imaging
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Netherlands
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1 week ago
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Netherlands is advertising 8 fully funded PhD positions across multiple faculties, including Law, Science, Social Sciences, and ACTA. The available research topics span a wide range of academic study areas: Space Law and Artificial Intelligence , Endolysin-Based Therapies Against Implant-Associated Biofilm Infections , Cellular Neuroscience , Physics of Human-Made Molecular Machines , Communication Science: Susceptibility to Health Hacks , Strontium and Zinc i...
Computer Science
Biology
Mathematics
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University of Münster
Germany
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3 months ago
PhD opportunity in Empirical and Applied Linguistics at the University of Münster in Germany . The Graduate School offers an interdisciplinary doctoral programme with a strong focus on linguistics and related areas, including general linguistics , second language acquisition , applied linguistics , German linguistics , English philology , Romance linguistics (French, Italian, Spanish), Dutch philology , Scandinavian studies , Slavic studies , and psycholinguistics . Doctoral researchers can purs...
Education
Psychology
Psycholinguistics
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Living costs in Netherlands
Estimated costs in Netherlands.
MonthlyYearly | Netherlands |
|---|---|
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
 Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | €2.0k $2,160/yr |
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | €13.8k $15,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.