Full Application Deadline: Friday, August 2, 2024
De Montfort University is inviting applications for a number of fully-funded PhD scholarships offered within four clustered interdisciplinary research themes which students will reside within. The scholarships commence as of 1 October 2024. These exciting research themes will offer students:
- A stipend at UKRI rate (£19,237 per year)
- Tuition fees
- Access to an innovative Researcher Development Programme to further enhance your research and professional skills.
Each research cluster will provide students with innovative research expertise by academic staff within the detailed themes, providing professional development in academic and technical skills, aligned to an immersive student experience working with academic staff. The research clusters embed DMU’s research priorities aligned to the United Nations sustainability development goals.
Eligibility
- Possess a UK Honours degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences or related fields with at least an upper second class (or overseas equivalent), a Masters Degree in similar fields, or an academic or professional qualification plus experience in their sector or industry.
- Be enthusiastic about the research topic.
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to a variety of audiences.
- Be self-motivated and able to work independently and with a team.
- Demonstrate competence in the use of the English language. Please see section 5b here for further details on meeting our English language entry criteria.
Application Details
- A completed DMU Scholarship application form
- A 2-page CV
- 2 Academic References
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to undergo an interview, and successful candidates will be contacted by Friday 26 July 2024 with a request to submit a full application through the DMU PGR Application Portal.
For further information about the application process, contact PG*************@dm*.uk .
Applicants can alos visit in person: Room 0.02, Portland Building, Leicester, LE1 9BH.
