PhD in Reformation History & Early Modern Intellectual Thought

Supervised doctoral research investigating early modern theological treatises, John Calvin and his contemporaries, and post-Reformation scholasticism.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master of Theology or Master of Arts in History/Philosophy with distinction and proven proficiency in Latin
English language proficiency: Fluent scientific English and academic reading comprehension of Latin and German/French
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Comprehensive doctoral research proposal (10 pages) and master's thesis sample
Recommendation letters: 3 academic reference letters

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

Financial support / stipend: Doctoral research fellowship with university archive access, conference travel allowances, and publication subsidies
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (Doctoral research candidates exempt from formal tuition fees)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Theological University Apeldoorn (TUA) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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