University of Exeter

PhD funding from the College of Social Sciences and International Studies

The College of Social Sciences and International Studies at the University of Exeter is delighted to announce a number of exciting PhD funding opportunities (including AHRC and ESRC studentships) for students looking to commence their research in September 2016.

The University of Exeter is a research intensive university, combining academic excellence and world-leading research with stunning campuses in the most beautiful part of the UK.

In recent years we have consolidated our reputation for excellence in teaching and research; we are a Times Higher Education Global 100 university, securely placed in the top 10 of all major UK higher education league tables, and our global reputation is growing rapidly.

With us you have the chance to study in a supportive environment with excellent facilities and amenities in a strong student community. Our location offers you the security and atmosphere of a separate campus, but within walking distance of an up-and-coming city centre.

About the College

Interdisciplinary collaboration is a hallmark of the College, reflected both in research and our varied curriculum, which offers flexibility and choice. Our subjects include:

• Arab and Islamic Studies
• Education
• Law
• Politics and International Relations
• Sociology, Philosophy and Anthropology
• Strategy and Security

We offer a dynamic and supportive environment for postgraduate study and welcome enquiries from prospective research students.

Key features of postgraduate research:

• Breadth and depth of supervision offered by academic staff at the forefront of their disciplines
• Excellent funding opportunities including College, research council and other awards
• Part of the ESRC South West Doctoral Training Centre, one of the largest centres of postgraduate research training for social scientists in the UK
• Part of the AHRC South West and Wales Doctoral Training Partnership of eight leading UK universities with research supervision and training expertise in the Arts and Humanities
• Good quality support for career development including the Researcher Development Programme
• Postgraduate facilities including dedicated work stations, IT facilities and common room
• Dynamic research environment with strong focus on interdisciplinarity

Funding

We are delighted to offer a range of funding opportunities within our research areas, including full-fee studentships with a maintenance grant for eligible students. Full details of the awards we have available, including deadlines, eligibility, and how to apply, can be found on our website.

Contact

Graduate Research School, College of Social Sciences and International Studies

Tel. +44 (0) 1392 724490
Email. ssis-researchadmissions@exeter.ac.uk
Website. www.exeter.ac.uk/socialsciences