Location

Florence, Italy

Salary

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Deadline

31 January 2025 (14:00 CET)

Academic Disciplines

Economics, History, Law, Political and Social Sciences

Job Type

Academic Posts, Studentships / Grants & scholarships

Hours

Full Time

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Fully-funded PhD programmes

The European University Institute (EUI) offers well-structured doctoral programmes allowing you to develop your intellectual curiosity and enabling original research. Approximately 130 scholarships are available every year, covering tuition fees and providing a monthly grant across our four departments: Economics, History, Law and Political and Social Sciences.

Doctoral Programme in Political and Social Sciences

The Doctoral Programme in Political and Social Sciences at the EUI explores political and social change within and beyond Europe.

This programme addresses important issues of our time, covering the key fields of politics and comparative politics, political theory, international relations, and sociology.

The call for applications opens in November, for admission the following September. Please apply online by 31 January.

Why choose the EUI?

A community of peers and support 

With top-tier faculty, structured and close supervision, and an inspiring environment, the EUI is dedicated to your success.  Here, you will collaborate with practitioners, access unparalleled resources, and enjoy continuous training, allowing you to thrive in your PhD journey.

Critical thinking and multidisciplinary approaches

EUI offers a unique environment where multidisciplinary collaboration is central. Our PhD programmes empower researchers to address pressing social challenges by combining diverse perspectives and expertise.

Social impact beyond academia

At the EUI, your research extends far beyond academic circles. We prepare scholars to engage with the world, engaging politics and society. Research at EUI is relevant, outward-looking, and designed to shape sustainable futures.

Intellectual freedom and academic integrity

The EUI upholds high standards of academic freedom and ethical research. Here, scholars explore and defend their work confidently, contributing responsibly to European and global debates.

Research opportunities across Europe and beyond

Rooted in Europe, the EUI's vision is global. Whether exploring European history, international law, or global political issues, the institute provides opportunities to make European impact.

Connect globally

EUI alumni form an international professional network. Our alumni from the Department of Political and Social Sciences hold positions in academia (76%), international organisations (7%), other research institutions (5%), the private sector (3%), national public policy (3%), the European Union (3%), and national politics (1%)*.

* Alumni Surveys

The EUI 

Located in the scenic hills of Fiesole overlooking Florence, the EUI hosts a diverse and international academic community. Over 1,000 scholars of more than 100 nationalities pursue their training, research and work here. Their diverse backgrounds stimulate lively debate and the sharing of knowledge. 

Our facilities include a world-class social sciences research library with extensive multilingual collections and services to support advanced research, as well as exclusive access to the Historical Archives of the European Union.