PhD in Educational Sciences & Higher Education Policy

Four-year doctoral appointment researching internationalization in higher education, algorithmic governance in universities, or academic freedom dynamics.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's degree in education, sociology, political science, or related humanities
English language proficiency: English 6 / IELTS 6.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Master's thesis and 2,500-word doctoral research plan
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Fully salaried Swedish state doctoral position: SEK 32,000 monthly
Application fee: Free direct application
Tuition / joining costs: Zero tuition; paid 4-year doctoral employment

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official AHU - Centre for Educational Development (Lund University) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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