Aarhus University, in collaboration with the Independent Research Fund Denmark and the University of Southern Denmark, is offering a PhD Scholarship in AI-based Analysis of Scandinavianist Propaganda and Public Perceptions during the Crimean War (1853–1856). The position is available in either the 4+4 or 5+3 PhD track, starting in February or March 2026.
To be eligible, applicants must have an academic background in History, ideally combined with Political Science, and qualify for either the 4+4 or 5+3 PhD track depending on their completed ECTS credits. Strong skills in programming (Python), natural language processing, and digital humanities are required, along with experience in conceptual and intellectual history. Excellent proficiency in academic English is also essential.
Founded in 1966, Syddansk Universitet (University of Southern Denmark) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Odense (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Region of Southern Denmark. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Esbjerg, Kolding, Slagelse, Sønderborg. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Syddansk Universitet (SDU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Syddansk Universitet (SDU) 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. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.