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Postgraduate Funding

CGWS recognises that funding is a major consideration for prospective students, and assist students wherever possible in obtaining adequate funding for their studies. We also strongly encourage students to research funding possibilities for which they may be eligible in addition to those listed below.

Please note, you can apply any time for admission to the CGWS, and there is no absolute deadline. However, if you wish to apply for funding of any kind, it is crucial that you submit your application as early as possible and that you note the deadlines for specific awards. We suggest that you consult with the Postgraduate Convenor about such applications and ensure that you allow sufficient time for the department's processing of your application materials, which may require letters of recommendation or approval from University authorities. Please note some funding bodies do not allow you to submit faxes or photocopies.

Funding possibilities

ESRC  Quota Award in Gender and Women's Studies (+3)

We welcome applications for one ESRC +3 studentship for doctoral study in Gender & Women's Studies. This studentship provides full funding for PhD research at Lancaster. The studentship pays for full-time fees and provides living expenses to cover 3 years of PhD study.  

Candidates for this award MUST have completed an ESRC recognised MA, or have equivalent research qualifications. Please consult with Rachel Hemmings if you are unsure about your eligibility for this award.

Please note:

• EU students (who are not UK citizens) may apply but successful applicants will receive only fees and no living expenses (unless they have UK residency status - applicants should consult Rachel Hemmings if they are in this category about their eligibility). 
• Overseas students are not eligible for this funding. However, they may be considered for other  funding opportunities.
• Applicants will be assessed on academic merit.
• The deadline for applicants to be considered for the +3 studentships is  Monday 12 April, 2010.

The application process:

• Applicants should initially contact  Rachel Hemmings to register their interest in applying for any of the studentships.
• Staff will help applicants identify suitable doctoral supervisors.
• Applicants for the studentships need to apply to the university via the online system. 
• The proposal should outline the topic of the doctoral research, key research questions, and the proposed methodology. Prospective supervisors of applicants will help applicants shape this proposal. This can be a lengthy process, so candidates should apply as early as possible.

If you have any questions about this process please contact  Rachel Hemmings.

Other Useful Links

Faculty for Arts and Social Sciences Postgraduate funding information and Lancaster University postgraduate fees information.

Student Support Services

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Graduate School website. Among other things, links from the home page direct you to funding information, and search staff research interests to find a supervisor.