Dr. Max Koedijk

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Biography

Max Koedijk is a researcher associated with the Topoi Excellence Cluster, focusing on the intersections of risk, uncertainty, and ancient economies. His work explores the transformation of knowledge in ancient civilizations, specifically how these civilizations navigated stable systems amidst fluctuating conditions. He has been involved in organizing academic events that bring scholars together to discuss various aspects of antiquity, such as the financial practices and societal structures of classical antiquity. Koedijk’s research interests also include project-oriented group work that investigates the formation and adaptation within ancient economic systems. His contributions to the field have been recognized at conferences where he has presented on topics related to risk and uncertainty in ancient contexts. Among his notable roles, he has participated in public doctoral colloquia at Topoi, contributing to broader academic discourse around ancient economic practices.

Research Interests

Risk Uncertainty Ancient Economy

Experience

Speaker

2018-04-10 — 2018-04-10

Topoi • Berlin

Presented at the public doctoral colloquium of the Topoi Excellence Cluster.

Conference Organiser

2018-04-09 — 2018-04-10

Topoi • Berlin

Organized a conference on the transformation of antiquity, focusing on capital and classical antiquity.

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.