The Cambridge Endowment for Research in Finance (CERF) proudly announces the commencement of its PhD Scholarship Competition for the year 2024. As a distinguished initiative, this scholarship aims to support and nurture outstanding doctoral candidates within the University of Cambridge, fostering groundbreaking research in the diverse realms of finance, financial institutions, and financial markets.
This scholarship opportunity is available to PhD students enrolled at the University of Cambridge, regardless of their department, provided they are conducting research in the expansive domains of finance, financial institutions, and financial markets, exploring their interplay with economic performance. Both incoming doctoral students and those in their initial year of the PhD program are eligible to apply for funding. The financial support spans a maximum of three years, and it should be noted that retrospective funding will not be granted for any duration already completed in the PhD program.
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( votes)Application Deadline: Applications and required documents must be submitted by February 9, 2024.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Cambridge Endowment for Research in Finance (CERF)
- Department: Not specified (Open to all departments)
- Course Level: Doctoral (PhD)
- Award: Full funding for up to 3 years, covering university fees and a maintenance stipend of £22,000 for 2024-2025 (subject to review)
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: Not specified
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in: UK
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the university
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must be PhD students within the University of Cambridge, from any department, engaged in research related to finance, financial institutions, and financial markets. Incoming doctoral students or those in their first year are eligible to apply.
How to Apply
Prospective applicants need to fulfill the following requirements:
- Be a PhD student within the University of Cambridge, researching any aspect of finance.
- Nomination by the PhD supervisor is mandatory.
- Submit the CERF Scholarship Application form along with the nomination letter/email by February 9, 2024.
- Provide copies of PhD application documents, including official transcripts and references, by the same deadline.
- Include a structured project proposal as part of the application.
Benefits
The CERF scholarship offers not only financial support but also unique opportunities for academic and professional growth. Scholars are expected to report on their research progress, actively engage with CERF through seminars and meetings, and occasionally present their research. Scholars may also be involved in supporting events organized by CERF and are granted the possibility of office space within CERF premises, subject to availability. The scholarship fosters collaboration with other researchers affiliated with CERF.
Application Form: The CERF Scholarship Application form, along with detailed guidelines, can be obtained by contacting [email protected].
For any inquiries or further information, please direct your questions to [email protected]. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your research and contribute to the dynamic field of finance with CERF!
