PhD Fellowship in Child Nutrition and Health at University of Copenhagen, Denmark

Criteria: 

Hold a Master’s degree corresponding to the 3 + 2 Bologna process

Have a minimum weighted grade point average of 8.2 on the Danish 7-point grading scale for the bachelor’s and master’s degree combined (or equivalent)

Demonstrate proficiency in academic English at a very high level

Have an educational background in political economy, political science, or a related field

Meet additional criteria outlined in the application guidelines.

The application  

The research proposal is considered the backbone of the application and should be very carefully prepared by the applicant. It may not exceed five pages and should include the following:

A  brief explanation of the aims of the project

An outline of relevant research questions

A positioning of the project in an appropriate research field

A description of the research literature within that field

An outline/explanation of the theories to be included

Eligibility

During the PhD programme you must be enrolled at a doctoral degree awarding institution, such as a university and be anchored at an administrating host institution in Denmark. The host institution is where you will be employed and for the most part conduct your work. 

To be eligible for a Mads Øvlisen PhD scholarship you must have obtained a Master’s degree or equivalent prior to submitting the application.

The University of Copenhagen is a research institution of world-class calibre with the mission of preparing its students for a diverse array of jobs in both the public and private sectors.

Eligibility :

 To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. 

The study program is open for both domestic and international applicants who want to pursue a PhD degree program at the university.

Eligible Countries:

 Students from Denmark and other foreign countries are both eligible to apply.

Supporting Documents: 

A motivation letter providing a brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals (max. 350 words).

Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position

Aalborg University is a school that places a strong emphasis on its institutional mission. It does this through conducting core activities of high quality,.

Eligibility:

The applicants must participate fully in daily activities in the section and contribute to a positive work environment.

The applicants must have experience with qualitative methods.

The applicants must have experience with or interest in the elderly/social and health education will be an advantage.

The applicants must have good written and oral communication skills.