The Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences (BIGSSS) invites applications for 2 scholarships for international doctoral researchers in its Graduate School Scholarship Program “Global Dynamics of Social Policy and Social Cohesion” (GSPSC), funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). BIGSSS is an international inter-university graduate school in the social sciences, located at the University of Bremen and Constructor University Bremen, Germany. Successful applicants will receive a Ph.D. scholarship from the DAAD of 1.200 €/month (plus additional benefits) for 48 months.
The program focuses on the question of how social policy and social cohesion are related on a global, regional or national level. Comparative or transnational perspectives that address interde-pendencies between the Global South and North are especially welcome. Single country case studies may scrutinize the complex interlinkages between social policy and social cohesion.
Applications should come from exceptional international candidates with strong academic abilities and a Master's degree (or equivalent) in sociology, political science, psychology, or economics. Potential candidates with a degree in related disciplines are also welcome. Applicants have to demonstrate a broad thematic fit between the dissertation proposal and the corresponding supervisor's outlined research interests.
All accepted researchers are asked to move to Bremen for the program's duration, as a presence at the institution is required.
You are eligible if you are an international applicant proficient in English language (speaking & writing, proof of C1-level English language skills or the equivalent). Applications from the Global South are particularly welcome. In addition, you must not have resided in Germany any time after February 1, 2023.
Applications must be submitted online until December 15, 2023 (11:59pm CET). The interviews will take place online.
General information on the program and the PIs, a list of required application materials, and how to apply can be found at: https://www.bigsss-bremen.de/academic-program/daad-graduate-school-scholarship-program