University of California Fully Funded PhD in Germanic Languages

PhD @University of California, Los Angeles posted 1 week ago

Job Description

Program Overview

  • Institution: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

  • Department: European Languages and Transcultural Studies (ELTS)

  • Location: Los Angeles, California​

UCLA’s PhD program in Germanic Languages offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that delves into German literature, culture, and language. The program emphasizes comprehensive historical knowledge and rigorous scholarship, preparing students for careers in academia and research.

Funding Package

All admitted PhD students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.

  • Stipend: Competitive annual stipend to support living expenses.

  • Duration: Typically five years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress.​

Funding is provided through a combination of university or departmental fellowships, and academic student employment, such as Teaching Assistantships (TAs) or Graduate Student Researcher (GSR) positions. Additional fellowships and grants are available through the UCLA Graduate Division.​

Curriculum Structure

The PhD program is structured to provide a robust foundation in Germanic studies, with flexibility to tailor coursework to individual research interests.​

Core Components

  • Coursework: Students complete core and elective courses covering various aspects of Germanic languages and literature.

  • Research: Emphasis on original research leading to a doctoral dissertation.

  • Teaching Experience: Opportunities to serve as a TA, gaining valuable teaching experience.

  • Qualifying Examination: Assessment to advance to candidacy, typically by the end of the third year.

  • Dissertation: Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation contributing to the field of Germanic studies.​

Students are encouraged to engage in interdisciplinary research and may have opportunities for study abroad to enhance their academic experience.​

Admission Requirements

  • Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Germanic languages or a related field.

  • Application Materials:

    • Online application through UCLA Graduate Admissions.

    • Statement of Purpose.

    • Personal History Statement.

    • Three letters of recommendation.

    • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

    • Resume/CV.

    • Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.

    • TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants, unless exempt.

  • Application Fee:

    • $135 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.

    • $155 for international applicants.​

Fee waivers are available for eligible applicants.

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