Dr. Jochen Brüning

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Biography

Jochen Brüning is a researcher associated with the Topoi research group, focusing on the intersection of space, knowledge, and ancient civilizations. He has contributed to various projects including Epistemological Aspects of Writing and the Space Nature project, where he investigates the significance of spatial understanding in ancient science. His academic activities emphasize the formation and transformation of knowledge within ancient contexts, aiming to illuminate how early societies conceptualized their environment and documented their understanding through writing. With a series of participations in workshops and conferences, including the Topoi Annual Conference, Brüning actively engages in scholarly discourse surrounding ancient epistemology and its implications for contemporary understandings of knowledge formation. He plays a pivotal role in facilitating research initiatives, contributing significantly to the discourse on ancient science and the role of writing within these frameworks.

Research Interests

Experience

Researcher

2010-01-08 — Present

Topoi • Berlin, Germany

Involved in various projects focusing on the relationship between space and knowledge in ancient civilizations.

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.