The Methodology Institute at the LSE invites applications from prospective PhD students. The studentships are available as either '1+3' or '+3' awards.
Proposals are encouraged in areas of research which have a strong methodological component. Such research might use leading-edge methodologies to pursue substantive questions in the social sciences, or develop or assess particular methodologies.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to make contact with a potential supervisor. Faculty in the Methodology Institute have expertise in a variety of areas. Please see details on our website|. Potential topics might include:
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Comparative research using cross-national surveys
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The psycho-social and ethical implications of new biomedical technologies for children and familes
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Conceptualising and measuring police legitimacy and public confidence in criminal justice
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Investigating 'public ethics' on sensitive technologies in the life sciences such as embryonic stem cell research, synthetic biology or human-animal chimeras
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Cultures of science: longitudinal analysis of data (surveys, mass media)
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Experience sampling and continuous observation with mobile phone technology
Applicants for all of the awards will have an Upper Second or First Class undergraduate degree in a social science, or related, subject. Those who already have ESRC-recognised methods training at Masters level can apply for a '+3' award. Those without appropriate methods training can apply for the four-year '1+3' award. Applicants whose proposals have a strong quantitative focus and wish to gain additional training in advanced quantitative methods will be eligible to apply for an additional ESRC annual stipend of £3,000. ESRC full studentships are open to UK residents. Maintenance grants for all studentships are currently circa £15,000 per annum and do not attract income tax or National Insurance. EU-resident applicants can apply for tuition fees only.
Application forms for the LSE's graduate school can be obtained from: http://www.lse.ac.uk/collections/graduateAdmissions/|
ESRC 1+3 and +3 emography and Population Studies
Are you interested in doing a PhD in demography?
Do you have an excellent academic track record?
Are you a UK/EU citizen?
If yes, then please get in touch with a member staff to discuss your research ideas:
http://www2.lse.ac.uk/socialPolicy/researchcentresandgroups/populationAtLSE/People/introduction.aspx|
Nominations for competitive ESRC funding for PhD programmes (1+3 and +3) are being sought. Final nominations will be made by 5th March 2012