Dr J Johnston, Dr Rachael Sharpe
No more applications being accepted
Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
About the Project
This cross-disciplinary project will investigate the different pathways (for example Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) only, School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) and the traditional University Led PGCE) in preparing mathematics and science teachers to teach in the secondary schools in the UK. This research will explore pre-service and service teachers’ attitudes regarding their views of their preparation for teaching, their beliefs and practice; and their plans to remain in teaching. Applicants from education, teacher education or related areas are eligible to apply. Contact Dr Jennifer Johnston (01522 886246; [Email Address Removed])
Applicants should have a first or upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant area. Applicants with a relevant Masters are particularly welcome. Applicants should possess excellent report writing and English language communication skills and an ability to work to deadlines.
An application of a 1-page CV and 1-page covering letter including a brief insight into this research topic area should be e-mailed to Maureen Young ( [Email Address Removed] ). Those called for interview will be required to complete an online application form, and prepare a presentation. Please quote project ID (COSS2018-1) in the subject line of the email.
Closing Date: 26 February 2018
Interviews: w/b 19 March 2018
Start date: 3 September 2018
Funding Notes
Suitably qualified candidates worldwide may apply, although International students must self-fund the difference between the International and UK/EU fee rate.
£14,553 (2017/18) per annum stipend – stipend will be paid at the 2018/19 RCUK rate.
The studentship may require you to do up to 6 hours of teaching or related work per week, the income from which will go towards the cost of your tuition fees and any surplus fees will be paid by the College.
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