Dr. Volkhard Wels

Professor

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Biography

Volkhard Wels is a Professor of the History of Knowledge in the Early Modern Period at the Free University of Berlin. He has a substantial academic background with a Habilitation from the University of Potsdam and has held various research positions across notable institutions, including Humboldt University of Berlin and the Free University. His research primarily focuses on the history of knowledge, with a specific emphasis on German literature and the cultural sciences. Significant areas of interest include the study of literature and magic in the Early Modern period, poetics, and the intersection of spirituality and alchemical traditions. Wels has published numerous works, including books and articles that explore the complexities of early modern thought and literature. He directs several research projects related to these themes and is actively engaged in teaching a wide range of seminars and courses related to this discipline.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Free University of Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Professor of the History of Knowledge in the Early Modern Period.

Researcher

2008-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Free University of Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Researcher focusing on the history of knowledge.

Researcher

2004-01-01 — 2007-01-01

University of Potsdam • Potsdam, Germany

Engaged in various research initiatives.

Researcher

2001-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Humboldt University of Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Conducted research in German literature.

Requirements for Freie Universität Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with 10 ECTS in Methods of Empirical Social Research 10 ECTS in International Relations 35 ECTS in Political and Administrative Sciences
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1)
  • Proof of German proficiency (DSH-2)
  • Course descriptions for ECTS verification
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.