EUI doctoral programmes
EUI doctoral programmes support Finnish doctoral candidates undertaking dissertation research in four disciplines at the European University Institute, with an emphasis on international and comparative studies.
Funder: Research Council of Finland
Due Dates: November 2, 2026 (EUI applications open) | January 15, 2027 (EUI applications close) | Spring 2027 (Invitation-only RCF funding call)
Funding Amounts: €2,200/month (€2,600 with underage children), plus up to €32,000 for other research costs (€39,000 with underage children to support)
Summary: Supports Finnish doctoral candidates undertaking dissertation research in four disciplines at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy.
Key Information: RCF funding applications are invitation-only, following selection for an EUI doctoral programme.
Description
The Research Council of Finland (RCF) supports Finnish doctoral candidates at the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, Italy. The EUI offers four-year doctoral programmes in History and Civilization, Economics, Law, and Political and Social Sciences. Candidates are expected to work on their doctoral dissertations during the programme, with work conducted predominantly in English.
The programmes provide an international, multidisciplinary research setting, with particular emphasis on international and comparative studies. Research does not need to focus exclusively on European history or society. RCF support includes a monthly grant for work at the EUI and the possibility of additional funding for other research costs. The grant for work at the EUI also pays for the grantee’s statutory pension insurance.
