Applications are now being accepted for Doctoral Candidate Positions in Performance Practices at the University of Gothenburg. This program offers performers and researchers an exceptional platform to investigate experimental performance forms, engage with critical artistic questions, and advance their professional practice through doctoral studies.
Eligibility for this program requires applicants to hold a relevant second-cycle qualification or equivalent experience, along with strong artistic practice within the performing arts. Candidates must demonstrate academic and artistic readiness for doctoral-level research, including documented study choices related to performance practices and a solid research idea aligned with the program’s focus.
The University of Gothenburg is one of Sweden’s largest and most diverse universities, known for its strong commitment to research, creativity, and societal development. With over 58,000 students and a broad range of disciplines, it fosters an inspiring academic environment built on collaboration, innovation, and global perspectives. The university is dedicated to addressing contemporary challenges through interdisciplinary work, offering high-quality education and contributing to a more sustainable and inclusive future.
Established in 1891, Göteborgs universitet (The University of Gothenburg) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Göteborg (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Vastra Gotaland County. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Göteborgs universitet (GU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Göteborgs universitet (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 128 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.