Dr. Franziska Desch

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Biography

Franziska Desch is a doctoral fellow at Topoi, focusing on ancient civilizations and the intersection of knowledge and space. She is particularly interested in Babylonian medicine and botanical classification from an ancient to early modern cross-cultural perspective. Desch has been actively involved in seminars and conferences, discussing topics related to De Materia Medica and Greek Babylonian medicine. Her academic contributions include presentations at the Topoi doctoral colloquium and an organization role in various conferences. With a background in ancient studies, she engages in research that emphasizes the systematic usage of plants in historical contexts.

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.