Heriot-Watt University UK PhD Scholarship 2022 - Social Sciences

Scholarship Description:

Heriot-Watt University is looking to recruit a student to undertake a PhDScholarships in Politics and Community Performances through its School of Social Sciences PhD Studentship for the academic year 2022-2023.

This is a full-time PhD studentship to start in January 2023 at Heriot-Watt University. Applicants that apply for a PhD study programme at the School of Social Sciences will be considered. The applicants must have a 2:1 bachelor/master’s degree in a relevant field of study to be considered. The studentship covers tuition, research allowance, and a stipend of £16,062.

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Degree Level:

Heriot-Watt University UK PhD Scholarship 2022 - Social Sciences is available to undertake PhD level programs at Heriot-Watt University.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Social Sciences

Scholarship Benefits:

The successfully selected candidates will be awarded a tuition fee waiver and an annual stipend currently set at £16,062 for three years. A research allowance worth £2,250 will also be awarded an additional opportunity to undertake paid teaching support each academic year.

Eligible Nationalities:

All international students are eligible.

Eligibility Criteria:

Application Procedure:

• How to Apply: Students must apply at Heriot-Watt via its designated application portal. All applicants interested in the studentship must identify that they are applying for the ‘IRC PhD scholarship’ in their research proposals.
• Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
• Full Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of full academic transcripts from all previous academic degree courses and copies of degree certificates for degrees already awarded.
• A brief covering letter outlining why you want to study for a PhD at Heriot-Watt University and what makes you an excellent candidate
• An outline research proposal
• Admission Requirements: The applicants must have an undergraduate or master’s degree with a minimum of 2:1 in a relevant field.
• Language Requirement: The students must submit scores of the following English language proficiency tests:
• IELTS – 6.5

Application Deadline: The application period will end on 8th September 2022.