Programme Description
Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships provide a framework for established academics with an international reputation to pursue their research at the EUI.
Fellowships last for up to ten months in one of the EUI's four Departments which in turn invite fellows to participate in departmental activities (seminars, workshops, colloquia, etc.).
Fellows, while in residence at the EUI, are encouraged to make contact with researchers sharing their academic interests, may be involved in the teaching and thesis supervision tasks of EUI professors, and associated with one of the research projects being carried out at the EUI.
There are two deadlines for applications in 2025: 31 March 2025 / 14.00 CEST and 30 September 2025 / 14.00 CEST
The European University Institute (EUI) is a distinguished international postgraduate and postdoctoral research institution located in Fiesole, near Florence, Italy.
Founded in 1972 by the EU’s founding members, it is governed as an intergovernmental organization focused on advanced studies in the social sciences and humanities.
The EUI is composed of four academic departments: Economics; History and Civilization; Law; Political and Social Sciences
It also houses key institutes:
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (RSCAS)—focusing on interdisciplinary European policy research.
Max Weber Programme—Europe’s largest international postdoctoral fellowship programme.
Florence School of Transnational Governance (STG)—established in 2017, offering master’s degrees, executive training, and policy fellowships.
Historical Archives of the European Union, which preserves pivotal EU institutional records.
The institute enrolls around 130–150 new PhD candidates annually, complemented by a postdoctoral cohort of approximately 60 Max Weber Fellows, supported by grants from member states and competitive funding.
The EUI embraces over 1,000 scholars from 60+ countries, fostering a truly international and multidisciplinary community.
The EUI is often ranked among the top institutions globally for social sciences and humanities—e.g., in QS World University Rankings by Subject and featured in THE rankings.
Its PhD completion rate is notably high: ~80% overall and ~83% for those entering the second year.
Career Outcomes:
69% of alumni pursue roles in academia or research.
12% work in international organizations.
Over 30% achieve senior-level positions (e.g., full professorships).
Graduates from the Economics department frequently move into central banking and policy roles.
| Feature | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Prestigious, selective programmes | Admits a competitive cohort of top-tier PhD researchers, with rigorous selection based on research quality.Times Higher Education (THE)European University Institute |
| Outstanding support & resources | Equipped with a premier research library, the HAEU archives, and intellectual centres (RSCAS, STG).European University InstituteItalian Ministry of Foreign Affairs |
| Strong academic environment | High thesis completion rates and rich scholarly exchanges via seminars, conferences, and workshops.European University Institute |
| Exceptional career trajectory | Alumni success spans academia, international institutions, central banks, and senior roles.European University InstituteTimes Higher Education (THE) |
| Supportive, international culture | The diverse, welcoming community fosters collaboration, mentorship, and vibrant intellectual life.European University Institutestandyou.com |
The European University Institute stands out as Europe’s premier hub for postgraduate and postdoctoral research in social sciences and humanities. With stellar completion rates, strong career outcomes, interdisciplinary research institutes, and a supportive scholarly community, the EUI offers a compelling platform for ambitious researchers and future leaders.
Candidates are selected by a committee consisting of teaching staff from the relevant Department. Final approval is made by the Executive Committee. Their decision is final and there is no appeal.
Sponsor Institute/Organizations: European University Institute
Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit
Address: Via della Badia dei Roccettini, 9, 50014 Fiesole FI
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Sep 30, 2025
Sep 30, 2025
$35,100
Affiliation: European University Institute
Address: Via della Badia dei Roccettini, 9, 50014 Fiesole FI
Website URL: https://www.eui.eu/apply?id=fernand-braudel-senior-fellowships&subpage=selectionCriteriaAndEligibility
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