Psychology Doctoral Research Scholarship - Exploring the antecedents of, barriers to and outcomes of allyship in conflict contexts

In social psychology, allyship has been mostly studied in collective action research. Those studies have primarily focused on identifying the factors that mobilize majority group members to advocate for social change (e.g., Leach et al., 2006; Selvanathan et al., 2018). However, at present, we have limited knowledge of how allies can play a critical role in conflict resolution and peacebuilding processes by leveraging their majority and/or advantaged status.

In this PhD programme, the candidate will draw on contemporary social psychological work on allyship, solidarity, collective action, as well as conflict studies to explore the antecedents of, barriers to, and outcomes of allyship in conflict contexts.

In designing their research programme, candidates may use qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods approaches. 

To discuss the details of your research interests further, please contact Dr Melis Ulug.

Eligibility

This award will only pay fees at the Home rate. 

Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, a First or a high Upper Second Class Honours undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification, and/or a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Master's degree, in Psychology or a related discipline. It would also be desirable for candidates to have experience working with clinical populations and/or with young people.

International students may apply but must provide funding for the difference between Home fees and Overseas fees (approximately £18,500 in 20/21) themselves.

The University of Sussex believes that the diversity of its staff and student community is fundamental to creative thinking, pedagogic innovation, intellectual challenge, and the interdisciplinary approach to research and learning. We celebrate and promote diversity, equality and inclusion amongst our staff and students. As such, we welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background.

How to apply

Please read our Psychology PhD FAQS before you start your application.

Please submit your application online for 'PhD in Psychology' for entry September 2021 following these instructions on How to Apply.

Funding Notes

- Stipend of £15,285 p.a. for 3 years (rising in line with UKRI studentship rates). Home PhD fees and research and training costs are also covered.

- Doctoral Research Scholars will be separately employed as Doctoral Tutors, to teach a minimum of 165 hours per year (Grade 5.1 - currently £25,482 p.a.), covering contact time, preparation, and marking. You will begin in the first term of your studies and will be encouraged to study for a formal teaching accreditation (Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy), including enrolling on a ‘starting to teach’ module during the first term.