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International PhD Studentship at Queen’s University, Belfast

The School of English at Queen’s University, Belfast has one PhD studentship for an exceptional international student to begin their studies in September 2015.

Students from outside the UK/EU who wish to undertake doctoral study with the School of English should apply through the university’s Prospective Student Portal by 2 February 2015 in order to be considered for this funding. (https://dap.qub.ac.uk/portal/user/u_login.php)

There is no separate application process for the studentship, but please indicate in the appropriate section of the form that you wish to be considered for funding. 

The School of English at Queen’s University, Belfast offers doctoral supervision across a range of topics related to literary studies in English, English speech and language, and creative writing. Information about research, including previous and current doctoral projects, can be found on our website at http://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/SchoolofEnglish/Research/. A list of current staff can also be found on our website (http://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/SchoolofEnglish/Staff/AcademicStaff/) , and it is recommended that prospective PhD candidates identify potential supervisors and discuss their ideas for the project with them before submitting an application.

In addition to the application form, applicants for the PhD are required to provide the following:

1.) A sample of writing (3,000 – 5,000 words maximum). For applications for a PhD in Creative Writing, this must be a sample of creative writing in the chosen genre. For applications for a PhD in literary or linguistics study, this should be a critical essay in a related field.
2.) A thesis proposal (750 words maximum); an indicative bibliography; a summary of the proposal (250 words maximum).
3.) Details (including email addresses) of two academic referees who would be prepared to respond promptly to calls for references. 

Please note: the on-line form requires candidates to upload a transcript of their BA grades and MA grades (where available). The on-line form permits candidates to upload only one piece of supporting documentation (under ‘Proposal / Supplementary Work’), so the submissions referred to as numbers 1 and 2 above should be placed within the one file for uploading.

The studentship offered is a three year studentship for September 2015 entry, worth £24,500 annually, £12,500 in fees and £12,000 in maintenance. 

Informal enquiries can be directed to Doctor Eamonn Hughes ([log in to unmask]) or Doctor Daniel Roberts ([log in to unmask]). 

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