PhD Scholarship Opportunity: One-Year PhD Scholarship in Ancient Civilizations – University of Basel

PhD Scholarship Opportunity: One-Year PhD Scholarship in Ancient Civilizations – University of Basel

• Institution: University of Basel

• Department: Department of Ancient Civilizations

• Programme: PhD Program of the Department of Ancient Civilizations

• Position: PhD Scholarship

• Appointment / Funding Type: Fully Funded One-Year Scholarship

• Duration: 1 Year

• Location: Basel, Switzerland

• Scholarship Amount: Approximately INR 36.94 lakh for one year

• Start Date: April 1, 2027

• Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

• Mandatory Enrollment: University of Basel

Overview of the Opportunity

The Department of Ancient Civilizations at the University of Basel invites applications for a one-year PhD scholarship intended to support an early-stage doctoral researcher during the initial phase of their PhD project.

The scholarship provides CHF 32,000, paid in two tranches subject to evaluation.

During the first six months, the selected scholar is expected to develop a funding proposal for submission to the Swiss National Science Foundation or another funding body to support the continuation of the doctoral research.

Research Areas

Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates proposing PhD projects connected to:

• Ancient History

• Latin Studies

• Archaeology of the Roman Provinces

• Other disciplines represented within the Department of Ancient Civilizations

Essential Qualification

Applicants should:

• Hold a first-class Master’s degree in Ancient Civilizations or another relevant discipline represented within the Department.

• Demonstrate strong motivation for doctoral research.

• Be prepared to participate actively in the Department’s PhD programme.

• Develop a research project suitable for supervision within the Department of Ancient Civilizations.

Applicants who are still completing their studies may also apply, provided they can submit an official graduation certificate by February 9, 2027.

Additional Academic Requirements

• Enrollment at the University of Basel is mandatory.

• The first PhD supervisor must be a member of the Department of Ancient Civilizations at the University of Basel.

• The successful candidate is expected to develop a major external funding application during the first six months of the scholarship.

Scholarship / Remuneration

The scholarship provides:

CHF 32,000 for one year

Approximately:

INR 36.94 lakh for the full scholarship period

The funding is paid in two tranches with evaluation.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Letter of Motivation

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. MA Diploma

4. One or Two Writing Samples

   • Maximum 20 pages each

   • At least one should be an academic qualification text such as a BA or MA thesis

5. Dissertation Project Sketch

   • Maximum 3 pages

6. Letter of Reference

Applications may be submitted in:

• German

• French

• English

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

• Latest Date to Submit Graduation Certificate: February 9, 2027

• Scholarship Start Date: April 1, 2027

• Scholarship Duration: 1 year

How to Apply

Apply here: Link

Contact: Hans-Hubertus Muench
Email: hubertus.muench@unibas.ch

The same contact may be used for further information regarding the scholarship and doctoral programme.

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