PhD Studentship – Fully Funded Doctoral Award (Ref: 5840)

RFCSR; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Exeter is offering a fully funded PhD studentship as part of its doctoral funding awards programme. The position supports original research within an interdisciplinary and international environment, with guidance from experienced supervisors and access to professional development.

Responsibilities include developing a strong research proposal, conducting rigorous data collection and analysis, and producing a doctoral thesis.

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate strong academic achievement and research potential.
• Essential skills include critical thinking, analytical ability, and independent problem-solving.
• Ability to develop and execute a robust research project and communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop a research proposal aligned with doctoral funding streams.
• Conduct rigorous data collection and analysis.
• Produce a doctoral thesis and disseminate findings through publications and conferences.
• Engage with the wider academic community and benefit from professional development support.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical ability

Independent problem-solving

Education

First-class or 2:1 honours

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

PhD Studentship - Fully Funded Doctoral Award (Ref: 5840)

The University of Exeter is offering a fully funded PhD studentship as part of its doctoral funding awards programme. This opportunity enables high-calibre candidates to undertake original research within a supportive, interdisciplinary, and internationally recognised academic environment. The studentship is intended to foster the development of new knowledge and innovation across a range of research areas.

The successful candidate will conduct independent research under the guidance of experienced supervisors, contributing to the University's research objectives. Responsibilities include developing a research proposal, conducting rigorous data collection and analysis, producing a doctoral thesis, and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. Students will also engage with the wider academic community and benefit from professional development support provided by the University.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a first-class or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. A Master's degree may be required or preferred depending on the specific research area. Candidates must meet the University's doctoral study entry requirements, including English language proficiency for non-native speakers.

Required expertise/skills

Candidates should demonstrate strong academic achievement, research potential, and commitment to their chosen field. Essential skills include critical thinking, analytical ability, and independent problem-solving. Applicants should be capable of developing and executing a robust research project, communicating findings effectively, and collaborating within an interdisciplinary academic environment.

Salary details

The studentship covers full tuition fees and provides a tax-free stipend for living expenses, in line with University or UKRI funding rates where applicable.

Application Deadline

Not explicitly specified in the posting.