- Degree
- Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme, one of the following degree titles can be awarded: Dr rer nat, Dr phil, Dr iur, Dr oec publ or Dr theol. The doctorate is awarded by the faculty of the candidate’s primary supervisor.
- Course location
- München
- Teaching language
- • English
• German
- Languages
- The main language in the programme is English. Some faculties also require proficiency in German. Prospective applicants should check with the relevant faculty about their requirements.
- Programme duration
- 6 semesters
- Beginning
- Winter semester
- Application deadline
- Applications have to be admitted via the online application portal by 10 April. The application portal will open on 10 January. Please check the website of the programme for further information.
- Tuition fees per semester in EUR
- None
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- Description/content
- The transformation of the environment is one of the greatest challenges facing us at present and in the future. The environment and human society are inextricably linked; they impact one another. Ecological changes effect societal power structures and vice versa. The complex interrelationship between environment and society requires attention from multiple academic disciplines and a dialogue between the sciences and humanities.
The Doctoral Programme in Environment and Society promotes both disciplinary depth and interdisciplinary approaches. It also offers opportunities for international network building. The members of the Academic Board of the doctoral programme belong to different disciplines and fields, including Human Geography, Environmental Humanities, History, American Studies, Anthropology, and Comparative Literature. Colloquia and workshops with international scholars provide candidates with a forum in which they can present and discuss their research. Strong ties to international academic networks and an excellent institutional and research-oriented infrastructure provide ideal conditions for doctoral research.
Additional support is offered by the GraduateCenter (https://www.graduatecenter.lmu.de).