ELIGIBILITY:

The Joint PhD Programme Global and Area Studies: Peace and Security in Africa offers a joint doctorate from the Leipzig University and Addis Ababa University. For every candidate the respective faculties sign a co-tutelle agreement.

an interesting research proposal related to our PhD programme

academic excellence (study results and quality of higher education institution)

motivation, academic potential, and recommendation letters

match of previous degree with our programme

work experience and professional qualification

language skills

Please note: The single most important document you submit for your application is the research proposal. It has to be of excellent academic quality showing that you are aware of the current status of research with thorough references to other scholar’s work. It further needs to propose an original idea that has not been investigated yet.

Students applying for this programme should write a research proposal related to peace and security studies and global studies.

Students will be part of the Graduate School of Global and Area Studies at Leipzig University as well as part of the Institute of Peace and Security Studies in Addis Ababa University. International students from outside of Ethiopia have to get their Master certificate certified by their Ministry of Foreign Affairs before they come to study.

The PhD courses are taught completely in English. German courses in preparation of the study period in Leipzig will be offered in cooperation with the Goethe Institute in Addis Ababa.

A selection committee with professors from both universities chose the pre-candidates. Chosen applicants will be invited to an interview before the final decision is taken. The programme starts in October every year. The application deadline is February 28.

BENEFIT:

Tuition fees for the programme will be €5,000 per study year.