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PhD Scholarships in Energy Economics on Market Designs for Local Energy Systems and Techno-Economic Assessment of Microgrids

Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is offering PhD Scholarships in Energy Economics on Market Designs for Local Energy Systems and Techno-Economic Assessment of Microgrids.

To be eligible for the PhD scholarships at CBS, applicants must hold a master’s degree with high academic performance, including a minimum grade of 10 on the Danish 7-point grading scale for their master’s thesis. Additionally, candidates must meet the mobility requirements under the Marie Sk?odowska-Curie Actions, meaning they should not have resided in Denmark for more than 12 months in the last three years.

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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is one of the leading business schools in Europe, known for its focus on business, economics, and management education. Located in Denmark, CBS offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs, integrating academic research with practical business insights. It has a strong emphasis on innovation, global business practices, and sustainability, making it a hub for students aspiring to excel in the modern global economy.

Application Deadline: 23rd September 2024

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
  • Department: Department of Economics & Copenhagen School of Energy Infrastructure (CSEI)
  • Course Level: PhD
  • Award: Fully salaried positions (DKK 28,993 to DKK 35,015 per month) including pension contributions, tuition fees, and travel costs
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Number of Awards: 2 PhD scholarships
  • Nationality: International applicants
  • The award can be taken in: Denmark

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Open to all international candidates
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for PhD research in Energy Economics focusing on “Market designs for local energy systems” and “Techno-economic assessment of microgrids”
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
    • Hold a master’s degree with a grade of 10 or equivalent for the master’s thesis, and a weighted GPA of at least 8.2 (Danish 7-point grading scale)
    • Meet the mobility requirements under MSCA (not have lived in Denmark for more than 12 months in the past 3 years)
    • Demonstrate proficiency in academic English
    • Submit a strong research proposal, aligning with one of the two research projects described.

How to Apply

To apply, candidates must submit the following documents online:

  • Five-page project description detailing the research question, theoretical framework, and empirical methods
  • Copies of bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates, grade transcripts
  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • List of publications (if applicable)
  • Documentation of English language skills
  • Applicants must apply online for this scholarship.

Benefits

The PhD scholarship offers:

  • Fully salaried position (monthly salary between DKK 28,993 and DKK 35,015)
  • Pension contribution (17.1%)
  • Tuition fees, office space, and travel costs covered
  • Opportunity to engage in international research conferences and secondments

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