MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit - Settings and Health programme

Our Settings and Health programme aims to understand how settings and organisations influence social position, identity, behaviour, health and wellbeing and use these understandings to improve the health and wellbeing of people within those settings and organisations. For studentship topics available in the Settings and Health programme, see below. To view studentship opportunities for our other research programmes, visit our website.

Please note that topics are indicative. Student-led applications/topics relevant to the Unit and Programmes (i.e. on related topics with different supervisors) are also very welcome.

How to apply

Candidates are required to prepare a two A4 page research proposal. Please contact the supervisor of your proposed topic to discuss your proposal prior to submission.

Applications should be submitted to Postgraduate Admissions. Please ensure you apply to MVLS - MRC/CSO PhD Studentship.

The full set of supporting documents that are required to be uploaded at the point of application can be found here

• CV/Resume
• Degree certificate (if you have graduated prior to 1 July 2015)
• Passport
• Two A4 page research proposal (This should have been discussed with the Programme Leader/supervisor prior to submission).
• Reference 1 (a full reference should be submitted from an academic who has a knowledge of your academic ability from your most recent study/programme)
• Reference 2 (a full reference should be submitted from an academic who has a knowledge of your academic ability)
• Transcripts

Full eligibility criteria is available here.

Once you have submitted your application, please email susan.wilkie@glasgow.ac.uk to confirm. General enquiries regarding the application process can also be directed to this email address.

Closing Date: 24 February 2020
Interviews: 21 and 23 April 2020

Please note that topics are indicative. Student-led applications/topics relevant to the Unit and Programmes (i.e. on related topics with different supervisors) are also welcome. These should be discussed with relevant supervisors prior to submission of application.

You will receive a tax-free stipend of £15,285 per annum (from 1st October 2020) and a training/conference allowance of £1,300 per annum (UK only), together with training in generic research skills, transferable skills and subject-specific training.

MRC funded studentship eligibility

Funding is available for UK, EU and international students. Full eligibility criteria is subject to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Terms and Conditions.

How to apply

Please prepare a two A4 page research proposal. Please contact the supervisor of your proposed topic to discuss your proposal prior to submission. Applications should be submitted to Postgraduate Admissions. Please ensure you apply to MVLS - MRC/CSO PhD Studentship.

Supporting documents noted below must be uploaded at application:

• CV/Resume
• Degree certificate (if you have graduated prior to 1 July 2015)
• Passport
• Two A4 page research proposal (This should have been discussed with the Programme Leader/supervisor prior to submission).
• Reference 1 (a full reference should be submitted from an academic who has a knowledge of your academic ability from your most recent study/programme)
  Reference 2 (a full reference should be submitted from an academic who has a knowledge of your academic ability)
• Transcripts

Please email susan.wilkie@glasgow.ac.uk to confirm submission and if you have any general enquiries regarding the application process.

Closing Date: 26 February 2021

Interviews: 19/20 April 2021

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