Dr. Elke Kaiser

Professor

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Biography

Elke Kaiser is a prominent researcher engaged with the Topoi Research Center, focusing on the spatial and conceptual transformations in ancient civilizations. Her work encompasses a wide array of archaeological and historical subjects, particularly concerning pastoralism, migration patterns, and the socio-cultural dynamics of Bronze Age settlements across Eurasia. Through various workshops, conferences, and lectures, she has been actively involved in disseminating knowledge on Neolithic to Iron Age transitions and regional chronologies. Kaiser's publications often explore innovative methodologies in bioarchaeology and isotope analysis, shedding light on the intricate relationships between mobility and subsistence strategies in ancient communities. A recognized figure in her field, she has contributed to significant research areas like ancient dietary patterns and the cultural landscapes of Northern Scandinavia, providing new insights into prehistoric human behaviors and interactions. Her academic influence extends through her organization of international workshops and seminars aimed at fostering discourse in archaeological sciences, bridging historical narratives with contemporary academic inquiries. Additionally, she has supervised various dissertations within her research group, promoting the development of future scholars in the discipline.

Research Interests

Requirements for Topoi Excellence Cluster

Doctorate Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Master's degree in a field of ancient studies or related discipline Dissertation project dealing with the ancient world Proof of financing for three years (scholarship or scientific position)
Application Checklist
  • Completed Application Form
  • Cover Letter (1 page)
  • Dissertation Project Proposal (8-10 pages)
  • Work Plan and Schedule
  • Curriculum Vitae (Résumé)
  • Copies of Degree Certificates (B.A. and M.A.)
  • Two Letters of Reference from University Professors
  • Writing Sample (10-20 pages)
  • Certificate of English Language Skills (Level C1 for Freie Universität, B2 for others)
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Berlin Graduate School of Ancient Studies (BerGSAS). Programs include Ancient Languages and Texts, Ancient Philosophy and History of Ancient Science, Landscape Archaeology and Architecture, and Ancient Objects and Visual Studies.