ERC PhD Studentships at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23

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Important Points 

Listed below are the summarized points you need to note about the ERC PhD Studentships at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23

• Funding is partial 
• They take Childhood in Iron and Viking Age Scandinavia at the University of Leicester
• International and domestic tudents are eligible
• All PhD applicants are eligible

Brief Description

The University of Leicester has chosen to give ERC Funded PhD Studentships in Childhood in Iron and Viking Age Scandinavia for the academic year 2022/2023 in order to assist students in completing their study in the UK.

The PhD candidate will design and carry out a research program on the variety of childhood experiences and roles in Iron and Viking Age Scandinavia. This will entail gathering primary data, analyzing that data, and producing a PhD dissertation.

Application Deadline

Application deadline is ongoing.

Eligible Courses

The ERC PhD Studentships at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23 is a scheme that looks to reward high-achieving internationals, and it is only available for the course below:

• Childhood in Iron and Viking Age Scandinavia 

Eligible Countries 

Students from the following nationalities are eligible:

• All countries 

Scholarship Award Benefit

All of the following will be provided by the university:

• Waiver of domestic and international Tuition Fees
• £16,500 annual stipend Research allowance (for books, conferences, etc.) must be utilized in consultation with PI

Degree Type 

The ERC PhD Studentships at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23 is primarily for PhD programs.

Number of Awards

3 

Eligibility Criteria

All applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the ERC PhD Studentships at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23:

• Previous research experience with the Body-Politics project’s eras, areas, and/or themes.
• Working knowledge of primary archaeological sources of evidence, such as skeletal remains, artefacts, and/or excavation data.
• The ability to read a Scandinavian language or the willingness to study one.
• Prior research in either late prehistoric/early medieval Northern Europe OR archaeological approaches to children.

Application Procedure

To apply, all arranged and organized steps have been highlighted below for the ERCERC PhD Studentships at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23:

• To enroll for the program, candidates must be admitted to the University of Leicester’s PhD program. Applicants will utilize the ‘Apply’ option after registering to apply for the award.
• Needed Papers: Students must submit the following documents:
  • Transcripts
  • CV 
  • Degree Certificates
  • Details about any active research projects
  • Cover letter with a brief personal statement describing your experience and motivation (2-page max)
  • Proposal for research
• Enter the contact information for two academic referees in the fields given, or upload reference letters if they have already been received.
• In the Application area, include the Scholarship project title and project supervisor name.
• Candidates must have a UK bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:1 in a relevant area or an international comparable, or an excellent master’s degree in archaeology or a closely related discipline.
• Language Prerequisite: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English.

Please click the ERC PhD Studentships in Childhood in Iron and Viking Age Scandinavia for International PhD Student at the University of Leicester, UK 2022-23, to begin your application.

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