Dr. Thomas Terberger

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas Terberger is a Senior Fellow at Topoi, an excellence cluster in the humanities focusing on the formation and transformation of space and knowledge in ancient civilizations. His interdisciplinary work often examines the cultural and temporal contexts of archaeological findings, with a specific interest in the Bronze Age in Northern Germany and South Scandinavia. Terberger's contributions to the project 'Evolution of Time and Space' highlight his focus on how ancient societies interacted with their environments and temporal concepts. In 2014, he presented a talk on the burial mound of Seddin within the broader context of the Bronze Age, underscoring his research in historical archaeology and the interpretations of social structures from past civilizations.

Research Interests

Ancient Civilizations Bronze Age Archaeology Cultural and Temporal Contexts

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.