The European Association for Southeast Asia Studies (EuroSEAS) organizes a second
masterclass in Southeast Asia for a small number (maximum 9) of PhD students who work
on Southeast Asia in the field of the Humanities and Social Sciences. After the success of
the first edition in Malang, this year, the Masterclass will take place from 15 to 17 July at
the University of the Philippines at Diliman.
The selection committee will favor candidates from institutions with a more challenging
financial and political environment and with smaller supervisory capacity in the fields of
interest.
As in former editions, during the workshop the PhD students are expected either to
discuss their research proposal (first-year students) or a key chapter of their thesis
(advanced students), and to co-comment on another PhD candidate’s work. A panel of
carefully selected senior Southeast Asia scholars covering a broad range of
specializations will provide constructive feedback on the submitted materials.
Aim
The aim of this PhD workshop is to bring together young academics from different
disciplines focusing on a diverse range of topics concerning Southeast Asia. This SEA-
based, EuroSEAS masterclass is meant for PhD students who are based either in
Southeast Asian or European institutions, or affiliated to Euroseas members, and who
already plan to be in the region at the time of the event. Out of ecological awareness, we
do not wish to increase our carbon footprint generated by long-distance flights and
therefore will only support in-region travel.
Application
Eligible PhD students interested in this masterclass should send an application consisting
of a:
– Cover letter
– 1 page CV
– Project/research description of max 1000 words
– Letter of recommendation from their supervisor
to the Secretariat of EuroSEAS, Sikko Visscher: euroseas@kitlv.nl
Deadline
The closing date for submissions is 27 April 2025
Financial support
For the eiligible Phd students already travelling in Southeas Asia, EuroSEAS will offer
financial support to a maximum of 750 Euro based on real, proven costs (transportation
and visa only). However, the home universities of the participants are expected to cover
part of the costs as well.
Selection results
The selection results will be announced on 20 May 2025.
Side event
In conjunction with the Masterclass, the University of the Philippines at Diliman will
organize side events during 15-17 July. All the Masterclass students are invited to
participate.
