Are you passionate about social entrepreneurship and impact investing? The University of Twente is offering International PhD Scholarships in Quantitative Analysis of Impact Investing and Social Entrepreneurship Scaling.
To be eligible for this PhD scholarship, applicants must hold a master’s degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Innovation Management, Marketing, Industrial Engineering & Management, Sociology, or related fields. Candidates should have strong quantitative research skills, a high motivation for impact-driven academic research, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.Established in 1961, the University of Twente is a prominent research university located in Enschede, Netherlands. It is renowned for its innovative approach that integrates technology, engineering, and social sciences to address complex societal challenges. The university offers a unique educational model known as the Twente Education Model (TOM), which emphasizes project-based learning and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Universiteit Twente Information
Founded in 1961, Universiteit Twente (University of Twente) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Enschede (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Overijssel. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Universiteit Twente is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universiteit Twente offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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.
Application Process
Application Process: To apply for funding, applicants must submit online application form.
- Submit the following documents before 1 October 2024:
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) highlighting interest, qualifications, and motivations
- Curriculum Vitae with courses, grades, publications, and references
- PDF of the master thesis (if available)
- English proficiency test scores (IELTS, TOEFL-iBT, or Cambridge CAE-C/CPE)
- Address inquiries to:
- Dr. Svenja Damberg ( )
- Dr. Michel Ehrenhard ( )
Additional MSCA Application Requirements:
- Must not have resided or carried out main activities in the Netherlands for more than 12 months in the past 3 years before recruitment