Studentship opportunity for UK students identifying as BAME in Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences - PhD

Program Overview

This fully funded studentship opportunity at Loughborough University is designed for UK BAME students pursuing postgraduate research in Sport, Exercise, and Health Sciences. The program provides a tax-free stipend, covers tuition fees, and offers opportunities to work with leading researchers in the field. Applications are open to students with a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, and the deadline is June 2, 2024.

Program Outline

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This studentship opportunity is specifically aimed at UK students who identify as BAME and are interested in pursuing postgraduate research in the field of Sport, Exercise, and Health Sciences. The program is fully funded and covers tuition fees for the duration of the studentship. The studentship also provides a tax-free stipend of £18,622 per annum for full-time students and £9,311 for part-time students. The School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences is committed to supporting under-represented groups in pursuing educational and research opportunities within their disciplines. Applications are invited for fully funded studentships. The School's research activity is organised within three themes - Lifestyle for Health & Wellbeing, Sport, Business & Society and Sport Performance. Applicants will be required to look at the research themes and submit a statement (1 paragraph) with a topic idea. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct independent research in the field of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. Students will have the opportunity to work with leading researchers in the field and will be involved in a variety of research projects. The program is also designed to prepare students for a career in research or academia. The program is open to students with a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. A master's degree in a relevant subject will be an advantage. The application deadline for the program is 2 June 2024.

• The studentship is for 3 years full-time / 6 years part-time.
• The studentship is open to UK students only.
• The studentship is fully funded, including tuition fees and a tax-free stipend.
• Email: S.A.Clemes@lboro.ac.uk
• Phone: +44 (0)1509 228170