Doctoral Studies
The breadth and complexity of the field of conservation are reflected in the variation in doctoral thesis topics at the Department of Conservation. As a doctoral student in conservation, you can, for example, conduct research into the conservation of cultural heritage objects, craft sciences, or the built environment and the landscape.
Would you like to conduct conservation research and immerse yourself in the preservation and development of the cultural environment?
The PhD program in conservation is aimed at those who:
- have a degree in conservation or another degree in a related field (240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at an advanced level) or have acquired equivalent knowledge in some other way, and
- wish to learn how to conduct research and write a thesis in conservation.
To become a doctoral student, you apply for a position via the University's application portal. Information about what you need to include in your application is provided in the advertisement.
The doctoral program consists of four years of full-time study, totalling 240 credits. The program concludes with a doctoral degree. You can also take a licentiate degree of 120 credits.
The program leads to a doctoral or licentiate degree – after completing the program, you will be qualified for employment both within and outside academia.
Industry-based doctoral studies in Conservation
It is possible to complete our doctoral program as an industry-based doctoral student. This means combining doctoral studies with external employment in the field of conservation.
As an industry-based doctoral student, you are employed by an organsiation other than the University of Gothenburg. You complete your doctoral studies within the framework of your occupation and continue to work in the organisation where you are employed. The pace of study and funding is regulated by an agreement between the funding employer and the University of Gothenburg.
To be admitted, an assessment is made of your academic suitability and ability to benefit from the program.
Would you or your colleague like to become an industry-based doctoral student? Contact Katarina Saltzman, Director of Studies, for more information.
