There are 15 places available for the next cycle of the PhD in Historical Sciences of the University of the Republic of San Marino, which will take place between June 2017 and May 2020. It is coordinated by the scientific director Paulo Butti de Lima, who recalls the possibility, for the 9 candidates who will show the best preparation and aptitude for research, to count on a scholarship of one thousand euros per month. To better understand the extent and significance of the course of study, the teacher answered three questions on the initiative organized by the School of Historical Studies of the University of San Marino.
We are moving towards the 13th cycle of the doctorate. What kind of experience does it offer?
We have been preparing young scholars for research since 1989, through a common path of studies in the historical field, from antiquity to the present day. The courses are alternated with research periods in the most important academic centers throughout Europe. Young people admitted to the course will have to attend periods of seminar lessons in San Marino, held by teachers of various backgrounds and backgrounds. In the remaining period they will work under the guidance of a specialist chosen by the Scuola Superiore di Studi Storici among the most competent in their field of study. PhD lessons are held in Italian, English and French.
How would you describe the School of Historical Studies in a few words?
It was one of the first schools of excellence in the humanistic field born at the end of the last century, and paved the way for the careers of many scholars and professors from the most varied backgrounds, who then continued their careers throughout Europe and elsewhere. from the Americas to Australia. Among the teachers there are some of the best known historians in every sector, in the field of social, political and economic studies, literature and art history, philology and philosophy. The School facilitates its students' access to the various European and international institutions, universities, libraries and archives from all over the world, and places a rich library at their disposal.
What are the strengths of the University of San Marino?
There are many resources, such as suitable environments for research, access to computer resources and databases, the possibility of accommodation in university facilities at a subsidized price. The School offers its students direct contact, in a restricted environment, with professors from the most important European institutions, creating the opportunity for academic exchanges which will then be able to bear fruit in the continuation of their studies.
Those who have obtained a master's degree in historical disciplines, have not yet turned 32 and are familiar with the Italian, French and English languages can participate in the selection. Applications must be submitted by 13 January 2017. To request information: ssss@unirsm.sm.