OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy in Port City Economics and Baltic Logistics Cohesion
Doctoral research degree investigating multimodal freight corridors, green maritime fuel bunkering infrastructure, and post-Soviet trade transformations in Baltic Sea littoral states.
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 Science in Economics, Logistics, or Economic Geography with distinction
- English language proficiency
- Fluent English or German
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Doctoral research plan on Baltic maritime trade corridors and CV
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from university professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- TV-L E13 scientific research position (75%) co-funded by the City of Rostock and Port Authority
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Tuition-free doctoral education
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hanse- und Universitätsstadt Rostock - Science Office documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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