The University of Greenwich is very excited to welcome students to work on the project titled Transition to adulthood for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) through its Information on Postgraduate Research Scholarship offered for the academic year 2022-2023.

The Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences at the Institute for Lifecourse Development, Centre for Vulnerable Children and Families of the University of Greenwich is offering this scholarship to all international and domestic students who hold a master’s degree in a relevant field of study. The candidates must have excellent organizational skills to be considered. Winners can expect to receive a stipend of £16,062, and a home tuition fee, i.e. £4,596.

The University of Greenwich is a public university located in London and Kent, United Kingdom. The University of Greenwich maintained its ranking among 601-800 universities worldwide. The university’s mission is to inspire society and the world through discovering, applying and sharing knowledge.

Why choose to study at the University of Greenwich? The University of Greenwich helps students achieve academic excellence in a diverse range of disciplines and fields – through its excellent faculties. The University of Greenwich is driven by a founding ethos of ‘no limits. Our fundamental vision is to empower everyone to explore new possibilities, unbound by conventional wisdom and artificial boundaries.

Application Deadline:  The application process will close at the midnight on 25^th September 2022.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Greenwich
• Department: Institute for Lifecourse Development, Centre for Vulnerable Children and Families
• Course Level: Postgraduate Research
• Award: £16,062
• Number of Awards: NA
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: International and Home
• The award can be taken in the United Kingdom.

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All UK nationals and foreign students can apply.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: Students can apply for a postgraduate research degree programme at the Institute for Lifecourse Development, Centre for Vulnerable Children and Families at the University of Greenwich.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following/given criteria:
• The applicants must have previous experience in undertaking research (e.g. undergraduate or taught master’s dissertation).
• The applicants must have experience working with children, young people and/or families.
• The applicants must have an understanding of ethical issues involved in research with vulnerable young people and their families.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: Students are required to make an admission application online. The students must upload all supporting documents to the qualification section of the application form in a single pdf to be considered.
• Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
• Personal Statement
• Academic qualification certificates/transcripts
• Research Proposal
• Your complete tabular CV
• Two reference letters (one ideally from a dissertation supervisor)
• Admission Requirements: The applicants must have 1st Class or 2nd class, First Division (Upper Second Class) honours degree or a taught master’s degree with a minimum average of 60% in all areas of assessment (the UK or UK equivalent) in a relevant area to the proposed research project (inclusive of but not limited to psychology, social work, education, sociology).
• Language Requirement: The students must submit scores on the following English language proficiency tests:
• IELTS – 6.5

Benefits

The University of Greenwich will provide the selected candidates with a sum of £16,062 for the first year of study and a stipend in line with the UKRI rate for the next 2 years of study.  Additionally, a contribution to tuition fees equivalent to the university’s Home rate, currently £4,596 will also be provided.

Apply Now