PhD: Place-Based Industrial Strategy for Regional Growth

Regional Studies; Bath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Studies seeks highly motivated PhD candidates to explore place-based industrial strategy, regional development, and economic growth. The project invites investigations into how regions build competitive advantages, attract investment, and promote inclusive growth.

Applicants should have a UK honours degree (First Class or 2:1) or international equivalent; a master’s degree is advantageous. English language requirement applies for non-UK applicants.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have, or be about to obtain, a UK Honours degree First Class or 2:1, or international equivalent.
• A master’s level qualification would also be advantageous.
• Non-UK applicants must meet the programme’s English language requirement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop research proposals on place-based industrial strategy and regional growth.
• Engage with policymakers, practitioners, businesses, universities, and other regional stakeholders.
• Disseminate findings through academic outputs and policy briefs.

Education

UK Honours degree First Class or 2:1, or international equivalent

Master's level qualification advantageous

Job description

Regional Studies seeks highly motivated PhD candidates to explore place-based industrial strategy, regional development, and economic growth. The project invites investigations into how regions build competitive advantages, attract investment, and promote inclusive growth.

Applicants should have a UK honours degree (First Class or 2:1) or international equivalent; a master’s degree is advantageous. English language requirement applies for non-UK applicants.