The new Fully Funded Research Scholarships is now available on offer for all new UK, EU or overseas students. Students will be joining a community of world-class academics who are passionate about their work and carry out cutting edge research.

Lancaster University is an internationally highly-ranked leader in the provision of inspiring teaching and research. Lancaster is one of only a handful of universities with a collegiate system which has helped to forge a strong sense of identity and loyalty, and continues to be a distinctive feature of student life at Lancaster.

If English is not your first language then you will need to show that your English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in your studies.

Scholarship Description

• Applications Deadline: March 1, 2019
• Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue PhD programme.
• Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in the following three subjects: The Cold War in Global Perspectives, Family Justice and Phonetics.
• Scholarship Award: The funding will cover your course fees for the duration of your PhD studies and we will contribute £15,000 per year towards other costs.
• Nationality: All students are welcome to apply, whether you are from the UK, EU or overseas.
• Number of Scholarships: Three scholarships are available.
• Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility for the Scholarship

Eligible Countries: All students are welcome to apply, whether you are from the UK, EU or overseas.

Entrance Requirements: Applicants must meet the following criteria:

The scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis. Candidates will be assessed based on the following criteria:

• Potential for an original contribution.
• Evidence of scholarly ability:
  – clear and concise description of the study
  – awareness of current literature in the field
  – understanding of research methodology appropriate for an early stage postgraduate student
  – a research project that can be completed within the timeframe allowed for a PhD

All students are welcome to apply, whether you are from the UK, EU or overseas.

English Language Requirements: If English is not your first language then you will need to show that your English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in your studies.

Application Procedure

How to Apply: If you have not already done so, apply for a PhD in the appropriate department through the University’s online application system. Simply create an account on the My Applications website and then select ‘Create a new application’ from your homepage once you are logged-in.

In addition, complete and return the Faculty Scholarship Application Form 2019 to the appropriate departmental contact below.

The Cold War in Global Perspectives: Dr Marco Wyss (m.wyss-at-lancaster.ac.uk)

Family Justice: Professor Karen Broadhurst (k.broadhurst-at-lancaster.ac.uk)

Phonetics: Dr Sam Kirkham (s.kirkham-at-lancaster.ac.uk)

Scholarship Link