Dr. phil. Doctoral Fellowship in Ethics of AI & Digital Sovereignty

Structured doctoral research program investigating human dignity in automated decision systems, cognitive enhancement ethics, and digital surveillance capitalism.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master of Arts in Philosophy or interdisciplinary Cognitive Science with top grades (min 1.8)
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or native/bilingual proficiency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Doctoral dissertation project outline (3,500 words) with timeline and bibliography
Recommendation letters: Three confidential recommendations from academic philosophers

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

Financial support / stipend: €1,850 monthly doctoral stipend for 36 months
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 tuition for accepted doctoral fellows

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 30, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Munich School of Philosophy (Hochschule für Philosophie München - HFPH) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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