PhD Scholar in Humanities at University of Copenhagen

6 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet (KU) Full time

The Department of Communication at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen invites applications for a PhD scholarship.

This ERC-funded research project investigates women's intellectual contribution to the Nordic Enlightenment by examining unpublished material and published texts written by over 100 women in Scandinavia.

The successful candidate will investigate the impact of women's writings and their agency on men's thought about women and gender equality with a particular focus on the proto-feminist thought in the writings of Ludvig Holberg, Otto Sperling, and Petrus Hedengrahn.

Qualification requirements
  • A master's degree in philosophy or a neighbouring discipline is required. The applicant must have submitted a master's thesis for which they have received pre-approval at the time of application.
  • Danish, Swedish, and Latin reading skills are necessary.
  • Familiarity with methods in the history of philosophy and gender analysis is beneficial.
  • High-level academic English writing and speaking skills are required.

To apply, please submit your application online including the following documents:

  • A project abstract (not exceeding 1,200 characters)
  • A cover letter detailing your motivation and background for applying for this PhD project
  • A project description (recommended no more than 12,000 keystrokes not including bibliography)
  • Your CV
  • Diploma and transcripts of records (BSc and master's degree)
  • A time schedule
  • Budget information is not required
  • Other relevant information for consideration


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