Sponsor: Economic and Social Research Council
Closing Date: 17 February 2014
Introduction
The North East Doctoral Training Centre (NEDTC) is a joint venture between the universities of Newcastle and Durham.
NEDTC is offering between 34 and 38 fully-funded awards for students commencing their postgraduate studies in the social sciences at either Newcastle or Durham in the 2014/15 academic year.
Awards Available
For 2014 entry, fully funded awards are available in the following subject areas:
Other subject areas are also funded under this studentship scheme, please see (please insert link to the other ESRC advert here) for further information.
Types of Award
The North East Doctoral Training Centre (NEDTC) will be funding the following types of studentship:
Award-holders are granted up to six months additional time to complete modules in social science research training and receive a certificate in Research Methods.
Value of the Award and Eligibility
NEDTC provides award-holders with the following annual package of financial support over the duration of their studentships:
Due to funding requirements, students must be a UK/EU resident to hold an NEDTC studentship in all areas, except Economics & Finance, where international students are also eligible to apply.
Part-time award-holders receive funding for up to seven years, and are eligible to receive a maintenance grant and Research Training Support Grant (RTSG) at either 50% or 60% of the full-time rate depending on their mode of study.
For further details on eligibility, how to apply and contact details please see NEDTCâs website.
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