Plymouth University is inviting applications for a PhD studentship within the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry for a research project on testing the gliocentric hypothesis of brain pathology. Applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates, 2:1 or above. International students must also have an IELTS score of 7.0 or above (or equivalent qualification). The stipend will be £13,863. Tuition fees will be paid at the home/EU rate. The application deadline is 30 August 2014.

Study Subject(s): Studentship is awarded within the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry for a research project on Testing the gliocentric hypothesis of brain pathology PUPSMD-0019.
Course Level: Studentship is available for pursuing PhD research program at Plymouth University.
Scholarship Provider: Plymouth University, UK
Scholarship can be taken at: UK
Accreditation: Plymouth University is accredited by the Association of Commonwealth Universities, University Alliance.

Eligibility: Applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates, 2:1 or above, for a PhD Studentship in Professor Bob Fern’s laboratory. International students must also have an IELTS score of 7.0 or above (or equivalent qualification).

Scholarship Open for International Students: UK/EU and international students can apply for this PhD studentship.

Scholarship Description: The Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine & Dentistry are seeking to attract PhD candidates of outstanding ability to join their exciting and rapidly expanding programme of internationally-rated research. Applications are invited from suitably qualified graduates, 2:1 or above, for a PhD Studentship in Professor Bob Fern’s laboratory. International students must also have an IELTS score of 7.0 or above (or equivalent qualification).

Number of award(s): One PhD studentship will be available.

Duration of award(s): This PhD studentship is awarded for three years.

What does it cover? The stipend will be £13,863 (based on full time 14/15 rate). Tuition fees will be paid at the home/EU rate. Candidates from countries outside the European Union will be liable for the difference between ‘home student fees’ and ‘international student fees’. For the 14/15 academic year the difference in fee for this Dental studentship is £20,950.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: Download an application form and return it with a statement outlining your reasons for wanting to pursue this course and details of any other achievements or experience that will support your application. Also send copies of your qualifications, transcripts, two academic references and c.v. via post or email.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 30 August 2014.

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