International Graduate Centre for the Study of Culture (GCSC) at Justus Liebig University Giessen

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A Doctorate with a System Our holistic and balanced research training programme allows you to complete your doctorate in three years. From basic courses to preparing to defend your dissertation, our programme assists you in organising, planning, and carrying out research. Practical courses explain the finer points of academic writing. Master classes with renowned international scholars ensure that you are up to date with current research and give you the chance to discuss your ideas with leading academics. A Doctorate Within a Cutting-Edge Research Environment In Giessen, you will actively participate in a research-intensive environment. In addition to the GCSC, Giessen's many research centres, such as the Giessen Centre for Eastern European Studies (GiZO) and the Centre for Media and Interactivity (ZMI), welcome graduate student involvement. In the GCSC's interdisciplinary research areas, doctoral researchers work with postdocs and professors, developing joint research projects. A Doctorate with Conference and Publication Experience The GCSC encourages you to present and publish your work early on. Assistance is available through workshops and coaching sessions on academic writing and conference presentations. Our e-journal KULT_online offers opportunities for first publications. Our network's symposia and summer schools give students the opportunity to gain conference experience. We will not only provide advice but also frequently cover travel costs associated with attending external conferences. A Doctorate Linked with International Networks With over 10 years of experience in graduate education, the GCSC is closely connected with numerous international networks. Together with partners from top-ranking European and American universities, we organise international summer schools and conferences, offer exchange programmes, and host renowned visiting fellows. A growing number of our doctoral students pursue their doctorates in Giessen and with a partner university, receiving a joint degree awarded by the two institutions. A Doctorate with Prospects Our successful alumni prove that after obtaining a PhD at the GCSC, you have brilliant career prospects both in and outside of academia. Our Career Service and our Teaching Centre offer comprehensive support, complemented by our alumni network as well as our programme for combining career and family. Become Part of the GCSC Scholarships will be advertised in December 2020 for the October 2021 entry (deadline for applications: 1 February 2021). Moreover, self-sponsored memberships are available. Support in applying for external funding is offered to self-sponsored GCSC members.