Dr. Jörg Orschiedt

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jörg Orschiedt is a Senior Fellow in the area group Formation Transformation Space Knowledge at Topoi. He has been actively involved in research and talks related to ancient civilizations, focusing on topics like hunter-gatherers and their societal structures. With experience in organizing workshops, he has directed discussions surrounding the Mesolithic and Neolithic periods, emphasizing evidence and isotopic analyses of ancient DNA.

Research Interests

Ancient Civilizations Mesolithic Studies Neolithic Studies Hunter-Gatherer Societies Ancient DNA Isotopic Analyses

Experience

Senior Fellow

2014-07-01 — 2014-08-31

Topoi • Berlin, Germany

Engaged in research regarding ancient civilizations and organized workshops discussing archaeological findings.

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.