The Berghof Conflict Research (BCR) is offering PhD
scholarships to international students under the Georg Zundel PhD Grant for Social Sciences 2009 in
Europe. There are
grants available for two years and provides
funding up to 1000 Euros in addition to travel and
research support and
health insurance. BCR is the research center for the Berghof
Foundation for Conflict Studies based in Berlin. The Foundation works mostly in areas of
conflict transformation and peacebuilding across the world. The PhD schorlarship is also offered to carry out higher studies in areas related to the Foundation’s themes.
Although this opportunity is open to all international professionals and students, they need to make sure that they are eligible to study in Europe. Candidates should demonstrate high level of commitment in addition to possessing an excellent academic background, relevant degree and some experience with peacebuilding and reconciliation in post-conflict areas.
The deadline for submission of application is 31 March 2009. More information on this can be downloaded from this link. The website of BRC can be accessed at this link.

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