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Classical Studies – (Ph.D.)

University of Cyprus

Department of Classics and Philosophy
Application Deadline: April 15, October 31
Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 1,250 -
Location: Nicosia / Cyprus / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 36 months Start Date: January, September
Education Variants:
  • Fulltime
Project type:
  • Predefined PhD project
Languages: Greek 
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Location of University of Cyprus

Duration: The minimum period of study is six (6) academic semesters and the maximum period of study is sixteen (16) academic semesters.

The postgraduate programmes of each department are supervised by a three-member Postgraduate Programmes Committee, chaired by a Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator.The Coordinator may be the chairperson of the department or a member of the academic staff appointed by the chairperson. The other members of the committee are appointed by the Departmental Board. The Committee is appointed for a two-year term.

For every student in the Postgraduate Programme, the department appoints an Academic Supervisor, whereas at the research stage of the Ph.D. a Research Supervisor is appointed. Candidate students select a member of the academic staff to act as their Research Supervisor. The student´s choice must be approved by the Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator. The Research Supervisor guides the students in their research and provides the necessary help and advice.

The programmes of study of the University of Cyprus are based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). An ECTS normally corresponds to a 25-30 hours workload per semester. Full-time status requires a courseload of 21 ECTS per semester. Students carrying fewer ECTS are considered part-time.


Contents

For the completion of the doctoral programme the following are required:

* Successful completion of at least 240 ECTS from the doctoral programme including the successful completion of the Thesis.
* The successful completion of the comprehensive examination by - at the latest - end of the fifth semester is a prerequisite for the defence of the Thesis.
* The 240 ECTS workload that leads to the completion of the Ph.D. consists of graduate level courses, participation in seminars and conferences organised by the Department, and the completion of the Thesis.
* Candidates who already hold an M.A., M. Phil. or equivalent degree from another university will be called for an interview before a three-member committee consisting of members of the Programme´s teaching staff in order to demonstrate their scholarly competence and their ability to enter the Programme.

Doctoral Thesis

The proposal for a doctoral (Ph.D.) thesis must be presented before a three-member committee consisting of members of the Programme´s teaching staff. Successful applicants must subsequently write an original thesis which should contribute substantially to their respective fields of research. The degree is awarded after the successful defence of the thesis before a five member board.

Requirements

Applications should include the following:

* Application Form
* Two signed letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes. Some departments require three reference letters, so before submitting your application, please read the Postgraduate Prospectus and any relevant departmental prospectus to ascertain the required number of reference letters. The Department may request additional confidential information from the referees. You may also consult the department webside.
* Copies of university degrees or a statement of expected graduation in the month preceding enrolment in the postgraduate programme.
* Transcript/s as appropriate.
* Curriculum vitae
* A short statement (maximum two pages) of the student's research goals and interests.

Criteria for assessment of applicants:

The criteria for assessment of postgraduate candidates are the following:

* Academic background in the appropriate discipline and grades in other related degrees.
* Letters of recommendation.
* Personal interview at the discretion of each department.
* Written examination at the discretion of each department.
* Other criteria set by each department.


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