OpenFieldSwedish Defence University Salaried PhD Employment in War Studies
Four-year salaried doctoral research appointment examining contemporary armed conflict, military operational art, hybrid warfare, and Baltic Sea regional deterrence.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- MSc/MA in War Studies, Political Science, or International Relations with high distinction
- English language proficiency
- English 6 (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis and 5-page research proposal on military strategy, deterrence, or conflict dynamics
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters from university professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- 100% full-time salaried employment starting at 32,500 SEK/month (~€34,000/year) + comprehensive social benefits
- Application fee
- 0 SEK
- Tuition / joining costs
- 0 SEK (salaried employee; tuition-free)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Swedish Defence University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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