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PhD North American Studies (Graduate School of North American Studies, GSNAS) at Freie Universität Berlin

Freie Universität Berlin, Germany

Programme overview

Doctoral programme of the John F. Kennedy Institute admitting up to ten doctoral candidates per year in culture, economics, history, literature, political science and sociology, with dissertations focused on the US and/or Canada. Funded by Freie Universität Berlin until 2029.

Faculty: John F. Kennedy Institute for North American Studies  |  Department: Dahlem Research School  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught; Promotion (doctorate)  |  Intake: October  |  Location: Berlin, Berlin, Germany

What you will study

Three-year structured programme with all instruction in English.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree or equivalent with above-average marks in North American Studies or a represented discipline (obtained by the application deadline). English proficiency for non-native speakers without an English-taught degree: TOEFL 600 paper/250 computer/100 internet, or CAE (A or B), CPE, or IELTS 7.0. Documents: CV, statement of purpose, degree copies, 8-10 page dissertation outline, work plan, 15-20 page writing sample, two reference letters. Deadline 31 January 2027 for October 2027 admission.

Intake: October

Duration: 3 years

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