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How to Apply for the PhD IDS |
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Candidates with an above-average advanced degree in Human Geography, Law, Social or Political Science, Economics, Development Management or related subjects from all over the world who aspire further scientific qualification through a research project related to "International Development Studies" and have a strong interest in interdisciplinary work are invited to apply for the program.
Applications for the 2010 intake can be sent at any time. Applications are due by 3 May 2010. The application review process will take about two months.
Entry requirements
- Qualified university degree (Master or an equivalent to the German Diploma or Staatsexamen) with an overall grade equivalent to 2.7 (fully satisfactory) in the German grading system after completion of relevant studies with a duration of at least 4 years
- Qualified degree with an overall grade equivalent to 1.7 (fully good) in the German grading system after completion of relevant studies with a duration of at least three years plus preparatory studies for the PhD of usually three semesters.
For international degrees the equivalence will be judged during the application process. Candidates who have to follow preparatory studies before admission to the PhD in International Development Studies can be accepted for such preparatory studies at the Ruhr University Bochum.
The following documents have to be submitted:
- Application form (application form is available for download here)
- Application letter which should give an idea about the motivation for applying to the PhD in International Development Studies
- Research proposal of PhD project (Guidelines for writing a research proposal - Download)
- Full Curriculum Vitae
- Certificates and transcripts of university studies, certificate of secondary education
- English language proficiency certificate (IELTS Band 6 or TOEFL 550 paper based / 213 computer based / 80 internet based)
- Two academic recommendation letter
Please submit your application to:
Institute of Development Research and Development Policy
Dr. Katja Bender
Building GB, Room 1/161
Universitätsstr. 150
D-44801 Bochum - Germany |
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