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PhD in Comparative History
Central European University, Vienna, Austria
# 51-100QS Subject Rankings
36 monthsProgram duration
15,000 EURTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The department especially welcomes students onto the Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative History program who have PhD dissertation research that contributes to: the integration of the study of different layers of historical processes; the integration of history and theory ; and comparative approaches in historiography. The advantages of the CEU doctoral program are the classes and discussions among students specializing in different topics, different periods, and different geographical regions, whereby new research questions can be formulated, even about one’s own national history. The research being undertaken by our current PhD students and the successful dissertations already defended give the best idea of what is possible at the CEU History doctoral program.
Program overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The department especially welcomes students onto the Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative History program who have PhD dissertation research that contributes to: the integration of the study of different layers of historical processes; the integration of history and theory ; and comparative approaches in historiography. The advantages of the CEU doctoral program are the classes and discussions among students specializing in different topics, different periods, and different geographical regions, whereby new research questions can be formulated, even about one’s own national history. The research being undertaken by our current PhD students and the successful dissertations already defended give the best idea of what is possible at the CEU History doctoral program.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Application
Undergraduate
In addition to meeting the general CEU admissions requirements, applicants should submit letters of recommendation from three professors familiar with their post-graduate work and a three-page research proposal ( see sample proposal 1 and sample proposal 2 ).
The topic of the proposal should fall within the broad thematic focus of the program as described above, and should address issues of method and substance, as well as previous work done in the field, in appropriate detail. Applications are welcome from candidates with a Master’s degree that includes a Master’s thesis.
Applicants interested in Nationalism Studies or Jewish Studies at the doctoral level can apply for a Ph.D. in History and should follow the general admissions requirements for the History doctoral program; a joint committee reviews applications. The degree received will be a Ph.D. in History.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
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CEU offers three interdisciplinary undergraduate programs in the social sciences and humanities:
• Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) • Culture, Politics and Society (CPS) • Quantitative Social Sciences (QSS)
Entry requirements for undergraduate programs at CEU are as follows:
• Completed online application form • High school records • Proof of English proficiency • CV • Application essay • Letter of motivation • Letter of recommendation • Evidence of mathematical competence (only for the Quantitative Social Sciences program) • Interview (finalists only)
The tuition fee for all students at an undergraduate level is €7,000 per year.
Find out about special funding available at the undergraduate level here.
Special funding includes:
• Program scholarships • Presidential Scholar Award (which covers part of the tuition fee throughout the four years of BA studies as follows):
The application deadline for financial aid is February 1st.
Scholarships also include:Students may also benefit from external financial support and scholarship opportunities.
In order to apply, applicants need to complete and submit the online application form on the CEU website, along with the required application documents.
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BA in Philosophy, Politics and Economics
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BA in Culture, Politics and Society
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CEU offers 35 master’s and 12 doctoral programs in a wide range of fields:
• Cognitive Science • Economics and Business • Environmental Sciences and Policy • Gender Studies • History • International Relations • Legal Studies • Medieval Studies • Nationalism Studies • Network and Data Science • Philosophy • Political Science • Public Policy • Sociology and Social Anthropology
Find out about graduate entry requirements here.
General admissions requirements for graduate programs:
• Completed online application form • Proof of English proficiency • Letters of recommendation • CV • Bachelor’s/master’s degree • Academic records
Program-specific requirements for graduate programs:
• Academic writing (statement of purpose, research proposal, academic essay on a given subject or writing sample) • Some programs at the Department of Economics and Business require GRE or GMAT scores as an entry condition. Alternatively, candidates may take the CEU Math Test.
The tuition fee for the majority of CEU master’s programs is €12,000 per year. Joint programs charge different fees established in cooperation with partner universities.
Special funding and scholarships are available at graduate level – granted on the basis of academic merit and financial need.
Financial aid is granted on the basis of academic merit. CEU scholarships are available for most of our programs. Please make sure to check your future program's website before you start your application.
The CEU Master's Scholarships may cover various amounts of the tuition fee and provide health insurance coverage.
In addition, it may also include a monthly stipend to assist with housing and living costs.
CEU Master’s Excellence Scholarship - 1,000 EUR/month
CEU Master's Distinction Scholarship - 750 EUR/month
CEU Master's Scholarship - 500 EUR/month
CEU Master's Partial Scholarship - 300 EUR/month
Application deadline for financial aid: February 1
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MA in Comparative History (2 years) – Track: Late Antique, Medieval, and Renaissance Studies
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MA in Late Antique, Medieval and Early Modern Studies
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MA in Cultural Heritage Studies – Track: Cultural Heritage Management and Policy
MA in Economic Policy in Global Markets
MA in Economics
MA in European Women's and Gender History (MATILDA)
MA in Gender Studies
MA in Global Economic Relations
MA in Human Rights
MA in International Public Affairs
MA in International Relations (1 year)
MA in International Relations (2 years)
MA in Nationalism Studies (1 year)
MA in Nationalism Studies (2 years)
MA in Political Science (1 year)
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