Dr. Sebastian Zerhoch

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Biography

Sebastian Zerhoch is a Post-doctoral Fellow at Topoi, focusing on the interplay of space, cognition, and language within the context of ancient civilizations. His research features the exploration of space metaphors in cognition as well as their manifestation in language and texts. He has contributed to various workshops and research projects, significantly enhancing the understanding of how space knowledge informs cultural activities and aetiology in ancient contexts. His tenure at Topoi, from June 2015 to April 2016, underscores his commitment to examining the cognitive and linguistic dimensions of space, and he continues to engage with interdisciplinary research aimed at uncovering the complexities of how space shapes human understanding and cultural expressions.

Research Interests

Cognition Space Metaphors Language Ancient Civilizations

Experience

Post-doctoral Fellow

2015-06-01 — 2016-04-30

Topoi • Berlin, Germany

Engaged in research focusing on space metaphors, cognition, and language within 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.