PhD studentships in the Department of Mathematics Education / Centre for Early Mathematics Learning
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Department of Mathematics Education and Centre for Early Mathematics Learning offer PhD studentships for research aligned with their focus on mathematics teaching and learning in early years and primary school. Applicants must contact a potential supervisor and meet entry requirements, including a 2:1 Honours degree in a related field. The studentship provides a stipend of £18,622 per annum and covers tuition fees for up to 4 years. Applications are due by December 10, 2023.
Program Outline
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- Project details: Three studentships are available to students who wish to pursue PhD study in an area of research aligned with the aims of CEML. CEML studies issues relevant to mathematics teaching and learning in the early years and primary school. Details of research areas where we would particularly welcome applications can be found here: Research – CEML. Applicants must make contact with a potential supervisor and gain their agreement before applying.
- Supervisors: Applicants must make contact with a potential supervisor and gain their agreement before applying.
- Entry requirements: Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in education, psychology, mathematics or a related subject. A relevant Master’s degree will be an advantage.
- Fees and funding: The studentship is for up to 4 years (1+3) full time equivalent and provides a tax-free stipend of £18,622 per annum for the duration of the studentship plus tuition fees at the UK or international fee rate. Further details in relation to award lengths are available in the CEML PhD studentship application form.
- How to apply: All applications should be made online. The deadline for applications is 10th December 2023. Under programme name, select ‘Department for Mathematics Education’, quoting reference number: CEML/2024.
Loughborough University
Overview:
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World-class facilities:
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Students can enjoy a lively and diverse campus community with numerous opportunities for social interaction and personal development.Focus on research and innovation:
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Entry Requirements:
The PhD studentships in the Department of Mathematics Education / Centre for Early Mathematics Learning (CEML) are open to students who hold a 2:1 or equivalent undergraduate degree in education, psychology, mathematics, or a related subject. A relevant Master's degree is an advantage. Applicants must also meet the minimum English language requirements.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Applicants from non-English speaking countries must meet the minimum English language requirements. The required IELTS score is 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component.
Additional Entry Requirements for EU Home Students:
EU home students must have a 2:1 or equivalent undergraduate degree in education, psychology, mathematics, or a related subject. They must also meet the minimum English language requirements. International overseas students must have a 2:1 or equivalent undergraduate degree in education, psychology, mathematics, or a related subject. They must also meet the minimum English language requirements and have a valid passport.
Specific Criteria for Application to the PhD Studentship:
- Applicants must have a strong academic record.
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to research.
- Applicants must have a clear research proposal that is aligned with the aims of CEML.
- Applicants must have secured the agreement of a potential supervisor.
