The University of Copenhagen & University College VIA are seeking motivated students to join the CESE PhD Fellowship in Science Education Research in Denmark for the academic year 2025-2026.

To be eligible for the fellowship in Science Education Research, applicants must hold a Master’s degree equivalent to a Danish MSc in education, science education, or a related field. Candidates should have experience in science education at the primary or lower secondary school level and/or teacher education.

The University of Copenhagen, in collaboration with University College VIA, invites applications for a PhD fellowship in Science Education Research. This position is part of the Danish Science Education Academy (NAFA) and its Center of Excellence in Science Education (CESE). The fellowship aims to explore the professional identities of science teachers in Danish primary and lower secondary schools.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Copenhagen & University College VIA
• Department: Department of Science Education
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: PhD fellowship
• Access Mode: Online application
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: Open to all nationalities
• The award can be taken in: Denmark

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to international and domestic applicants
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship is available for a PhD in Science Education Research
• Admissible Criteria:
  • A Master’s degree equivalent to a Danish MSc (180 ECTS BSc + 120 ECTS MSc) in education, science education, or related fields.
  • Experience in science education at primary or lower secondary school level and/or teacher education.
  • Competency in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods.
  • Proficiency in Danish or another Scandinavian language is preferred.
  • Prior experience in research dissemination and publication is an advantage.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents electronically before the deadline:

1. Motivated letter of application detailing the applicant’s interest in the fellowship.
2. PhD project proposal (maximum six pages) outlining research questions, design, and methodology.
3. Curriculum vitae including education, experience, language proficiency, and other relevant skills.
4. Academic transcripts and diplomas (original and English/Danish translations if applicable).
5. Publication list (if available).

All applications must be submitted online via the official application portal. More details can be found here.

Benefits

• Full-time PhD employment at the University of Copenhagen for three years.
• Access to an active research environment at both the university and the university college.
• Membership in the CESE PhD community, offering regular seminars and training.
• Potential international research stay opportunities.
• Salary and employment conditions as per the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.

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