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The Moray House School of Education
Postgraduate
Study |
Studentships
Research Student Funding |
The principal source of funding for
UK/EU research students is the Economic
and Social Research Council (ESRC).
For some inter-disciplinary topics, UK/EU students may be eligible to apply
for an award from the Student
Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) or the Arts
and Humanities Research Council.
Normally only those students who are UK citizens, domiciled within the
UK, are eligible for a full award. In some cases candidates who are nationals
of a member state of the EU and are resident in the UK may also be eligible
for full awards. Potential applicants should consult the websites of the
various agencies for further details.
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Overseas Research Student Awards Scheme
(ORSAS) |
This scheme is open only to applicants
from outside the EU and is funded by the British Government. ORS Awards
pay the difference between the full-time tuition fee for non-EU students
and the fee for EU students for three years. The application will use the
same references as supplied with the application for a place on the Doctoral
programme. The Scottish Funding Council, who fund the ORSAS in Scotland,
are currently considering whether or not to continue support for the ORSAS
in Scotland.
 Latest
News on Overseas Research Students Awards Scheme
The University's web site provides a comprehensive list not only of
financial assistance administered by the University but also of other sources
of funding and information. See www.scholarships.ed.ac.uk/postgraduate
Information
on fees is available here
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Examples
of resent past awards
Interested in pursuing a research career in the field
of physical activity and health and/or health promotion? |
PhD Studentship: Evaluation of the
'Fit for Girls' Programme |
Applications are
invited for a 3 year full time PhD Studentship to commence January 2009.
Based in the Child and Adolescent Health Research Unit (CAHRU), University
of Edinburgh, this opportunity would suit someone with an interest in pursuing
a research career in the field of physical activity and health and/or health
promotion. The studentship is funded by sportscotland and will provide
tuition fees at the UK/EU rate and a maintenance stipend of £11,500
per annum for three years. The studentship will be jointly supervised by Professor
Candace Currie and Jo Inchley.
 Further
information here and
Further
details here
Also
see the CAHRU Website
Applications should be made using the University application form. This
form is available online at www.ed.ac.uk/studying/postgraduate/applying
Closing date for applications: Friday 24th October 2008
Sport Science and PE at The Moray House School
of Education, has an excellent reputation for its teaching and theoretically
informed applied research. |
Sport Science & Physical
Education Studentship Awards |
Sport Science and Physical Education,
in the Moray House School of Education, at the University of Edinburgh
has an excellent reputation for its teaching and theoretically informed
applied research. The department of Physical
Education, Sport and Leisure Studies wish to appoint four full-time
PhD studentships for commencement in September/October 2008.
PhD Studentships Awards are available in:
• Sports Physiology
• Sports Biomechanics
• Early Years Movement Development
• Upper Primary/Early Secondary Physical Education
Details about these can be found through the following links:
Sports
Studentships
Please Note: Closing date for applications is 30 September 2008
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AHRC Collaborative
Doctoral Award: The Internet and the Archive |
University of
Edinburgh, School of Education
Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland (RCAHMS)
This studentship, fully funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council,
with additional funding from the collaborating partner, will support three
years of full-time study. The student will investigate how the internet
is changing the way users engage with, and learn from, the collections
of cultural institutions, with supervision provided by Dr Sian Bayne (University
of Edinburgh) and Ms Rebecca Bailey (RCAHMS).
Basing the study on the online education and outreach activities of RCAHMS,
the broad remit of the project is to explore how new online media environments
change and challenge the curatorial and outreach responsibilities of museums,
galleries and archives.
The studentship covers all UK fees, and includes an allowance of £12,940
per academic year, plus an additional annual £1,500 maintenance payment
provided by the AHRC and RCAHMS. Students may also be eligible for UK study
visits and one overseas study visit as well as one overseas conference
for the duration of the award.
For
eligibility criteria, see the AHRC website
For fuller details of the proposed project, and the application procedure,
please see: www.education.ed.ac.uk/e-learning/ahrc.pdf
To discuss the project informally, please contact Mrs Pam Holgate, University
of Edinburgh (0131 651 6120, pam.holgate@ed.ac.uk)
or Ms Rebecca Bailey, RCAHMS (0131 662 1456, rebecca.bailey@rcahms.gov.uk).
Applications should be submitted by 13 June 2008, and we anticipate that
interviews will be held during the week of 7th July.
University of Edinburgh: www.ed.ac.uk
Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland: www.rcahms.gov.uk |
ESRC Awards in Education |
The School of Education has been
allocated two ESRC 1+3 or +3 quota studentships. The School can also put
forward one candidate for either a 1+3 or +3 competition award.
These are prestigious Research Council awards for excellent PhD applicants
from the UK/EU. EU students only receive fees and research expenses (unless
they have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years). Otherwise the awards
cover fees and maintenance. 1 + 3 awards combine 1 year of MSc research training
with 3 years' PhD funding. Awards may also be held on a part-time basis.
To be considered for an ESRC award, candidates must first apply for admission
to PhD prorgamme (and the MSc Educational Research if applying for a 1+3
award). Complete applications for admission (i.e. including research
proposals, references and transcripts) must be received before Friday 7 March
2008. Applications received after that date will not be considered.
Successful candidates nominated for quota awards and the competition award
will be informed by the School shortly thereafter. Applicants should
NOT complete an ESRC form until they are asked to do so by the School.
Information on the ESRC awards is available from the ERSC
website.
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The Calvert Trust Studentship
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The value of outdoor education for
people with disabilities: an in-depth case study based on the work of the
Calvert Trust
Applications are invited for a 3-year full-time PhD Studentship to commence
in January 2008 (or earlier), sponsored by the Zurich Community Trust UK
in association with the Calvert Trust.
The Calvert Trust is one of the country’s leading providers of outdoor
activities for people with disabilities, with a reputation for excellence
and specialist expertise in providing accessible land and water based activities
for people with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. The student
will be jointly supervised by Professor
Peter Higgins (Professor of Outdoor and Environmental Education) and Professor
Jennifer Wishart (Professor of Developmental Disabilities in Childhood).
The project has an interdisciplinary focus and offers training in, and
use of, a range of quantitative and qualitative methodologies within a
supportive and vibrant research environment.
This opportunity would suit a committed and enthusiastic individual with
a 1st class or 2.1 degree in a related field (e.g. special education, outdoor
education, health/rehabilitation, medical/sports sciences, childhood studies,
psychology, sociology). Relevant research training and experience is desirable
and familiarity with interdisciplinary working would be an advantage.
The studentship covers all academic fees (for UK/EU nationals) and a stipend
above ESRC rates commensurate with research experience (initially between £12,600
and £16,000). Whilst non-UK/EU nationals may apply, the University
overseas tuition fee would have to be paid by the successful applicant.
Further information about the Educational Studies department, Outdoor
Education at the School of Education, and the Calvert Trust:
View
the The value of outdoor education for people with disabilities: an
in-depth case study based on the work of the Calvert Trust
Proposed interview date: Early October 2007
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ESRC / Scottish Executive Collaborative
Studentship
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Child and Adolescent Health Research
Unit (CAHRU) and Department of Outdoor Education, University of Edinburgh
Applications are invited for a 1+3 year full time PhD Studentship to commence
September 2007. Based in the School of Education, University of Edinburgh,
this opportunity would suit someone with an interest in pursuing a research
career in the field of physical activity and health, and/or human-environmental
relationships. The studentship will be jointly supervised by Professor
Candace Currie, Director of the Child and Adolescent Health Research Unit
(CAHRU) and Professor Pete Higgins, Head of Outdoor Education. Both centres
have strong international research links which will allow consideration
of the issues pertinent to Scottish adolescents within an interdisciplinary
and cross-national perspective.
We are looking for a bright and enthusiastic individual with a 1st or
2.1 honours degree in a relevant field, for example, health sciences, geography,
sociology, outdoor education, environmental sciences/education.
The studentship carries the standard ESRC stipend plus a supplement of £2000
p.a. and offers the opportunity for training in, and use of, a range of
quantitative and qualitative methodologies within a supportive and vibrant
research environment.
Further information is available from www.education.ed.ac.uk/cahru
Informal enquiries may be made to Prof Candace Currie (Candace.Currie@ed.ac.uk or 0131 651 6258) or Prof Pete Higgins (Pete.Higgins@ed.ac.uk or 0131 651
9795).
Applications should be sent to Emily Healy, Research Administrator, Child
and Adolescent Health Research Unit, The University of Edinburgh, St Leonard's
Land, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 8AQ or email to Emily.Healy@education.ed.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: Friday 22nd June 2007
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