2025 INTERSECT Visiting Research Fellowships at the University of Copenhagen

Omran Aburayya
5 days ago
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If you're an early-career researcher passionate about interdisciplinary approaches to urban studies, inequality, and justice, the INTERSECT Visiting Research Fellowship at the University of Copenhagen offers a unique opportunity to advance your work within a vibrant academic community. This program invites PhD candidates and postdoctoral scholars to engage in collaborative research at the intersection of arts, humanities, social sciences, and design.

🎓 Intersect Fellowship Summary

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Host Institution: University of Copenhagen
Academic Level: PhD candidates and Postdoctoral researchers
Target Group: Early-career scholars focusing on urban studies, inequality, and justice
Fields of Study: Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Design, Urban Studies
Award Value & Coverage:
- Travel expenses up to 10,000 DKK
- Access to a workstation at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management
Award Duration: Fall 2025 semester
Application Deadline: June 15, 2025
Start Date: Fall 2025
Eligibility: Open to scholars worldwide

📚Intersect Fellowship Overview

INTERSECT is an interdisciplinary hub at the University of Copenhagen that fosters collaboration across various fields to address complex issues related to cities, landscapes, and communities. The fellowship emphasizes the development of innovative methodologies to explore and articulate differences, injustices, and inequalities in urban settings. Fellows will engage with a community that values diverse perspectives and approaches, ranging from artistic practices to data-driven analyses.

🎁 Fellowship Benefits

Financial Support:
- Travel funding up to 10,000 DKK
Research Facilities:
- Dedicated workstation at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management
Professional Development:
- Opportunity to organize and lead a CIRCLE seminar
- Engagement with a network of interdisciplinary scholars

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Be at the PhD or postdoctoral level
Demonstrate a strong interest in interdisciplinary research related to urban studies, inequality, and justice
Possess a track record of academic excellence and research potential

📝 Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit the following documents to intersect@ku.dk by June 15, 2025:

Research Proposal: A one-page document outlining current research focus and motivation for applying
Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed academic and professional background
Publication List: Comprehensive list of academic publications