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PhD Latin Philology (Dr. phil.) at University of Münster

University of Münster, Germany

Programme overview

Doctoral programme in Latin philology leading to the Dr. phil., based at the Institute for Classical Philology at the University of Münster.

Department: Institute for Classical Studies, Classical Philology (Fachbereich 8 History/Philosophy)  |  Duration: In general four years (range from two years upward depending on circumstances)  |  Study mode: full-time; doctoral programme (Promotion)  |  Location: Münster, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

The doctorate consists of a dissertation and a structured, individually supervised study programme completed alongside it, followed by a doctoral examination. Candidates with a Master of Arts in Classical Philology may attend courses optionally, which is recommended.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to the doctorate requires, as a rule, a completed relevant university degree; the exact requirements are set in the faculty's doctoral regulations (Promotionsordnung).

Duration: In general four years (range from two years upward depending on circumstances)

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