Dr. Hagan Brunke

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Research Interests

Formation Transformation Space Knowledge Ancient Civilizations Early Writing Monumentality Policy Epistemological Aspects Writing

Experience

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2016-11-20 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Delivered a talk on Economic Growth in Antiquity.

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2015-10-29 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Participated in a conference on grand building projects from antiquity to the present.

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2014-04-24 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Presented on the organization of large construction projects in ancient Near Eastern societies.

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2013-11-14 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Discussed food and urbanization at a seminar.

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2013-05-07 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Delivered a lecture at the Topoi Annual Conference.

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2011-01-11 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Participated in the Dahlem Seminar on the history of ancient sciences.

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2010-01-21 — Present

Topoi • Berlin

Took part in a New Year's workshop associated with Area D.

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2009-11-18 — 2009-11-22

Topoi • Berlin

Presented at a conference on political spaces in pre-modern societies.

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.