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PhD Medieval History (Dr. phil.) at University of Münster

University of Münster, Germany

Programme overview

Doctoral programme in medieval history leading to the Dr. phil., based at the Historical Seminar of the University of Münster.

Department: Historical Seminar (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 supervised study programme with individual supervision at least once per semester and regular participation in a colloquium; optional elements include conference papers, excursions, internships and a stay abroad of three to six months.

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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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