Health Economics Unit, Birmingham Studentship is available for three years to cover fees for PhD registration and stipend £14,296 per annum for 2016/17. The project is jointly hosted by the Institute for Primary Care and Health Sciences (iPCHS) and the Health Economics Unit (HEU) at the University of Birmingham.
The overall aim is to utilize econometric methods to exploit current available routine data sources to present a revised estimate of the direct cost and indirect components of the economic burden of back pain in the UK.
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If applicant’s first language is not English they must be able to provide recent evidence that their spoken and written command of the English language is adequate for the programs for which they have applied.
Course Level: Studentship is available for pursuing Ph.D. program.
Study Subject: Studentship is awarded within Health Economics Unit.
Scholarship Award: Funding is available for three years to cover fees for Ph.D. registration 2016/17 home/EU rates and a research studentship stipend of currently £14,296 per annum for 2016/17. Non-EU students would be required to pay the balance, currently approximately £8,500 per annum, of the overseas fees themselves. A program of research training will also be provided and it is anticipated that students will be involved in a number of activities at both Keele and Birmingham, including research seminars, journal clubs, and an annual student conference.
Scholarship can be taken in the UK
Eligibility: The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for this studentship:
Good, 2:1 or above, first degree in health economics, statistics, economics, health sciences, epidemiology, or another health-related discipline, with strong skills in quantitative analysis. A Masters degree in a relevant discipline is essential, preferably at Merit or Distinction level. Experience in a health-related discipline useful, but not essential. Further detail can be found on the Candidate Profile.
Nationality: International applicants are eligible to apply for this studentship.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: Applicant must have a Masters degree in a relevant discipline is essential, preferably at Merit or Distinction level.
English language Requirements: Applicants have to proof the evidence of their proficiency in the English language, if applicable.
How to Apply: Inquiries and applications should be emailed to Catherine Taylor
To apply, please send:
• A Detailed CV, including your nationality and country of birth;
• Names and addresses of two referees;
• A covering letter highlighting your research experience/capabilities;
• Copies of your degree transcripts;
• Evidence of your proficiency in the English language, if applicable.
Application Deadline: Scholarship application deadline is 22-July-2016.
