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Literary Studies

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The specialized Master’s degree Literary Studies offers an in-depth examination of prevailing research questions in all literatures taught at the University of Zurich. The main aim is developing an individual research profile, either concerning literature in a certain language or a multilingual literary perspective. The program focuses on the aesthetic and epistemological potential of literature in a research- and practice-oriented way and from a present day perspective. Intermediality and a conception of literary research as cultural analysis as well as history of knowledge are especially emphasized. Graduates are able to conduct their own research projects and to write academic texts in different genres.

Career Prospects

The well-funded literary education enables to conduct research independently or in groups (academic collaboration, PhD). The program also prepares students for later employment in a range of areas, particularly media (research, journalism); translation; administration (project management, knowledge management); the cultural sector; education (Lehrdiplom / Teaching Diploma in a school subject with a relevant BA-degree and fulfilled minimum requirements).

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS Credits

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Part Time Study

The sample study plan is based on a full time study. Part time study is possible und comes along with an extension of the duration of study.

Combination of Major and Minor Subjects

The specialized Master’s degree Literary Studies comprises 120 ECTS Credits. This corresponds to a full time study. 

Language of Instruction

German, English

Board of Trustees

There is a board of trustees for the specialized Master’s degree Literary Studies. The board consists of representatives of different philologies.

Current members of the board are:

Prof. Dr. Thomas Klinkert (Chair und Head of the Program / Institute of Romance Studies  / French Studies) Prof. Dr. Sandro Zanetti ( Institute of Romance Studies / Comparative Literature Studies) Prof. Dr. Michael C. Frank ( English Department / English Language and Literature) Prof. Dr. Mireille Schnyder ( Department of German Studies  / German Language and Literature) Prof. Dr. Klaus Müller-Wille ( Department of German Studies / Scandinavian Studies).                              Dr. Dr. Sebastian Balmes ( Institute of Asian and Oriental Studies  / Representative of Adjunct Lecturers and Adjunct Professors) Annina Meier (Students' Council)

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Faculty of Arts Institute of Romance Studies

Advisor of Studies / Program Coordinator

Dr. phil. Zeynep Pamuk

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Head of the Program

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The Graduate School serves as the organizational framework for doctoral studies at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and advises doctoral students and supervisors throughout the entire doctorate.

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First of all, get in contact with a UZH professor who is willing and able to supervise your doctoral project. If you are interested in participating in a PhD program, you should first of all carefully read through the application procedures for the program in question. Doctoral programs at UZH

The doctorate is comprised of a PhD thesis as well as coursework. It serves as a qualification for an academic career or other demanding professions.

As a general rule, a Master's degree or an equivalent degree from an accredited university is the prerequisite for admission to the doctorate. Certain criteria regarding content as well as formal conditions (e.g. grade-point average, qualification phases) are also considered when processing applications.

Admission to Doctoral Studies

The requirements for admission and the admission procedures are set out in the ordinance for obtaining a doctoral degree at the faculty in question. Some faculties also offer a  fast-track  doctoral program, a program for particularly talented students in which the Master's degree and PhD are integrated in a single program of study. The individual programs define their PhD programs' admission procedures – which, as a rule, are highly competitive.

Please note that PhD candidates must be matriculated at the University for the duration of their doctorate, i.e. until they have been conferred the final degree. 

Application and admission Application period

Writing a PhD thesis – independent and original academic work – forms the core part of the doctorate. The thesis can take the form of a monograph or consist of several publications on a single subject which have been published in scientific journals (a cumulative PhD thesis). You can find more information about the formal requirements in the doctoral program regulations for your subject area. As a general rule, however, the thesis should be of such scope and content that it can be completed within three years.

The required coursework serves to enhance subject-specific skills, but also goes toward developing transferable skills. All coursework will be recorded in your final transcript of records and Academic Record. Coursework requirements can be fulfilled by attending courses in your subject area, by visiting classes from the main pool of courses in transferable skills (transferable skills and university-level teaching), or, in some cases by attending courses at another institution. Alongside the required coursework (including transferable skills), it is highly recommended that PhD candidates develop their teaching skills. Transferable skills courses University-level teaching  

In many disciplines at UZH there are two types of doctoral programs offered: the individual doctorate and the structured doctoral programs . Moreover there are also interdisciplinary and inter-university schools or programs, partly financed by third-party funds. Doctoral Programs

Because the various faculties at UZH are thematically and structurally so diverse, each faculty is in charge of designing its own PhD program.

Be sure to read about the specific requirements at the faculty in question.

Various types of academic employment opportunities at UZH are open to junior scholars. During doctoral study, you can find employment as a «PhD candidate» or an «academic assistant»; postdocs receive positions as «postdocs» or «senior research and teaching assistants». These junior academic positions are an integral part of the procedure when pursuing an academic career. Junior academic positions are by nature temporary and are funded either by the university department in question or by a third party. Junior academic positions give young scholars the opportunity to achieve their next professional goal and to further qualify themselves for a career in academia. The main requirement for earning the necessary academic qualifications is performing individual research, but junior researchers are also given the opportunity to qualify themselves for teaching roles. In 2003 the guidelines for specifications at UZH faculties for employees holding junior academic positions were issued to define the rights and duties of UZH employees in junior academic positions. These were revised in fall 2023 and a new employment model was defined, which will come into effect on January 1, 2024. Employees with the status of a junior academic receive individual specifications which refer explicitly to their job description.

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Studying at the University of Zurich (UZH) means developing independent and critical thinking skills, welcoming new and unfamiliar ways of looking at the world, and learning how to generate new ideas, test new procedures, and gain fresh insight.

Students and PhD candidates find ideal conditions at UZH to achieve their potential.

• The largest and most comprehensive offer of Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs in Switzerland, with over 100 different major subjects and flexible program design
• Outstanding libraries and study centers
• State-of-the-art teaching methods
• Student advisory and career services
• Attractive PhD programs
• In-house research fund to promote talented junior academics

Doctoral Programs

Did you know that Albert Einstein earned his doctorate at UZH? Follow his footsteps and discover the opportunities to complete your doctorate at UZH. We offer attractive doctoral programs and, with our Graduate Campus , offer a central and cross-faculty platform to support doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers.

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Master's Study Programs

As a research university, UZH is committed to inspiring, research-based teaching. Our Master's degree study programs provide in-depth knowledge in fields such as banking & finance, bioinformatics, quantitative earth sciences and others, for tomorrow's global leaders and change-makers. The main language of instruction for most Master's study programs is either German or English. For some programs in language and literature, it can also be French, Italian, or Spanish.

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Bachelor's Study Programs

UZH offers more than 60 study programs for undergraduates, ranging from astrophysics and business administration to social anthropolgy and theology. The main language of instruction for all Bachelor's degree programs is German.

Bachelor's Study Programs

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How much does it cost to study at UZH?

Find information about our tuition fees, living expenses in Zurich, and ways to finance your studies on the following websites:

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The University of Zurich wants to help refugees gain access to university education. The Coordination Office Explore at Global Affairs is responsible for coordinating the various services available.

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Einstein's doctorate at uzh.

Zurich played an important role in the scientific career of Albert Einstein – he was a student here, and in 1905 submitted his dissertation to the University of Zurich. Einstein’s doctoral certificate has now returned to the university and is on permanent display. 

• UZH News: “Doctor Einstein”
• Press Release: “Einstein’s Doctoral Certificate Returns to UZH”
• New Publication: "Albert Einstein: Revolutionizing Physics"

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Assistant/PhD Position in English Literature, University of Zurich

Assistant/phd position in english literature (60%) university of zurich, english department starting 1 february 2021, your responsibilities, your profile, what we offer, place of work, start of employment.

1 February 2021

Applications must be submitted by 30 September 2020 in the form of a single PDF file including the following materials:

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Prof. Dr. Barbara Straumann

[email protected]

Please apply via our job portal http://www.jobs.uzh.ch

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Master: Literature? Linguistics? Or Both?

Focus areas.

UZH Master students of English (Major and Minor) can choose on which area of study they would like to focus in the course of their studies:

• English Literature only
• English Linguistics only
• English Literature and English Linguistics

Each of these three basic tracks is outlined in more detail in the section for First-Year Students .

Choosing One's Focus Area: Important Considerations

While UZH Master students of English are free to pursue any of the three tracks mentioned above, there are some basic caveats that need to be borne in mind:

• The prerequisites for the Master program in English Literature and/or Linguistics (Major or Minor) are always the same (i.e. even if one wishes to focus on English Linguistics or English Literature only, one still has to fulfill the prerequisites in the other field, or make up for the missing prerequisites with additional requirements at UZH).
• Future candidates for the Lehrdiplom für Maturitätsschulen are strongly recommended to pursue the 'mixed' track (i.e. to take Master-level courses in English Literature and in English Linguistics).

Alternatives

Prospective students may also be interested in the following programs:

• Mono-Master in Literature
• Mono-Master in Linguistics

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20 PhD Degree-Fully Funded at University of Zurich, Switzerland

University of Zurich, Switzerland invites online Application for number of  Fully Funded PhD Degree at various Departments. We are providing a list of Fully Funded PhD Programs available at University of Zurich, Switzerland.

Eligible candidate may Apply as soon as possible.

(01) PhD Degree – Fully Funded

PhD position summary/title: PhD Assistantship in Early English Literature

Deadline : 15 November 2023

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Student Positions in Bioinorganic Chemistry

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Student position in Organofluorine chemistry and Catalysis

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PhD position summary/title: PhD student position in Information Systems

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PhD position summary/title: PhD candidate position – Remote Sensing of River Sediment Dynamics

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Student position in Medicinal Radiochemistry

Candidates must hold, or expect to complete, a Master’s (MChem, MSc or equivalent) degree in chemistry prior to matriculation at UZH. Successful candidates will have an excellent background in  synthetic organic or inorganic chemistry  and must be ambitious, creative, and fiercely independent. Experience in  relevant  supramolecular chemistry (cages, rotaxanes, catenanes, etc.) is an advantage.

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PhD position summary/title: PhD position “Empirical and ethical aspects of egg donation” in the University Research Priority Program “Human Reproduction Reloaded | H2R”, Sub-Project 3

The University Research Priority Program (URPP) “Human Reproduction Reloaded” (2021-2028) explores the rapidly changing medical technology on human reproduction. As part of the strategic orientation of the research conducted at the University of Zurich, this interdisciplinary program aims at researching and analyzing the societal impacts and legal implications of human reproduction. Moreover, it examines the aspirations, limitations and ethical considerations of assisted reproductive technologies (ART). A central concern of the URPP is the promotion of young researchers in this field, which is why several PhD positions are available in various fields of the humanities, social, medical and natural sciences.

Deadline :November 1, 2023

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PhD position summary/title: PhD position in neuroimaging of lower urinary tract function

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Student in neuroscience

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PhD position summary/title: PhD position on polarization and voter engagement

Political parties are divided over different ideological dimensions. In addition to an economic left-right divide, a socio-cultural conflict has formed over issues such as immigration, same-sex marriage, and the environment. But what are the consequences of multidimensional polarization for the functioning of democracy in Europe? In particular, how do reinforcing or cross-cutting polarizations affect political engagement, including voter turnout, partisanship, and satisfaction with democracy?

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PhD position summary/title: Open PhD Student position in theoretical chemistry

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Student:in in Uro-Infektiologie mit Schwerpunkt Bakteriophagentherapie

Hintergrund: Bakterielle Infektionen, insbesondere in Zeiten steigender Antibiotikaresistenzen, werden zu einer der zentralen Herausforderungen der zukünftigen Medizin. Eine potenzielle Lösung könnte die Bakteriophagentherapie bieten, ein innovatives Gebiet, auf dem wir führende Forschung betreiben. Ihre Chance: Wir bieten Ihnen die Möglichkeit, Teil unseres translationalen Teams aus Kliniker:innen und Grundlagenforscher:innen zu werden und sich intensiv mit uro-infektiologischen Projekten auseinanderzusetzen. Der Schwerpunkt liegt hierbei auf der Erforschung von Harnwegsinfektionen und Bakteriophagentherapie.

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PhD position summary/title: MD PhD Student in Uro-Infectiology with a Focus on Bacteriophage Therapy

We offer you the chance to become part of our translational team of clinicians and basic researchers, deeply engaging in uro-infectiology projects. The primary focus is on researching urinary tract infections and the application of bacteriophage therapy.

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Position in the Research Group of Professor Karsten Donnay

The PhD student will pursue his or her own research related to the digital transformation of politics with a particular focus on the role of digital media for political behavior. The research group’s second main research interest is in computational social science, and it is part of the Digital Society Initiative, the university’s competence center on digitalization. The PhD student will also be enrolled in the department’s doctoral program, which offers advanced methodological and substantive training. She or he will contribute to teaching in the field of political behavior, political communication or applied methods (2 hours per week), advising of BA, MA, and PhD students, and some administrative tasks. Collaboration in research projects running in the research group and the department is encouraged.

Deadline : November 1, 2023

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PhD position summary/title: PhD position in Human Geography

The PhD project is integrated into the interdisciplinary research project ‘People’s Place in Nature’, in which we study how people in different contexts relate to nature and value nature in their personal human-nature relationships. In the philosophical part of the project, we draw on the empirical insights to develop ethical arguments in favor of considerate approaches to nature. The notion of ‘relational value’ as the value ascribed to nature in relationships, plays a central role in this research. In the preceding phase of the project ‘People’s Place in Nature’ we studied human-nature relationships and relational values of mountain farmers to understand how the understanding and valuing of nature is affected by the professional and existential dependence on nature in farming. The advertised PhD project is part of the second project phase, in which we plan to deepen and broaden our understanding of human-nature relationships and relational values by studying birdwatchers as a community that interacts with nature in their leisure time (as a contrast group to the mountain farmers). Moreover, we aim to develop a systematic understanding of how relational values are related to different types of bird watching and different understandings of nature. The PhD candidate will conduct a SenseMaker survey in order to address these research aims. Cognitive Edge SenseMaker® is a survey tool that allows to combine quantitative evaluations with narrative elements and is thus an apt tool to study context-sensitive issues such as relational values.

Deadline :6th November 2023.

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PhD position summary/title: PhD Student Position in Synthetic Organic Materials

We look for a creative and ambitious candidate who has a true passion for chemistry and research, strong skills in synthetic organic chemistry, is a team player, who helps and motivates others, has a humble and friendly personality and a sense of humor, and critically evaluates obtained scientific results.

Deadline : October 30, 2023

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PhD position summary/title: Open PhD: WETTEST – When an Exceptional Triassic climate change (CPE) Triggers plant Evolution in the (sub-) Tropics

Deadline : December 1st, 2023 

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PhD position summary/title: PhD position in Social Anthropology, regional focus East Africa

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PhD position summary/title: PhD position in Social Anthropology, regional focus Latin America

Deadline :November 15.2023

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German Literature

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General description

The degree program requires participants to conduct independent research, write a PhD thesis, and to perform coursework worth a total of 12 ECTS credits. Program outcomes include acquiring subject-specific skills in the area of specialization and improving research methodology. Graduates acquire transferable skills (i.e. university-level teaching, science communication, leadership skills). In addition to promoting publications in scholarly journals and the ability to present research findings in academic contexts these skills enable participants to develop the personal skill sets necessary for a successful career in research or in another demanding profession. To assure high quality, participants receive excellent support from a supervision committee made up of experts in the field.

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For general Informations on Application see: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application; More Informations in regulations and admission requirements of the program of study.

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12 ECTS Credits

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