The University College Cork (UCC) is offering a PhD Scholarship in Second Trimester Pregnancy Loss, funded by Féileacáin (The Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland). The scholarship provides a stipend of €25,000 per annum, covers university fees up to €5,900 annually, and includes funding for research consumables and conference travel.

Eligibility for the PhD Scholarship in Second Trimester Pregnancy Loss at University College Cork requires candidates to hold a relevant undergraduate or master’s degree in fields such as obstetrics, gynaecology, or medical sciences. Applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in maternal health research and a commitment to studying pregnancy loss.

Established in 1845,  the University College Cork (UCC) is a prestigious public university located in Cork, Ireland. It serves over 24,000 students from more than 100 countries, creating a vibrant and multicultural academic environment. UCC offers a wide range of programs across its four colleges: Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences; Business and Law; Medicine and Health; and Science, Engineering and Food Science.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University College Cork (UCC)
• Department: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, INFANT Research Centre
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Stipend of €25,000 per annum, University fees up to €5,900 per annum, funds for consumables and conference travel
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: 1
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: Ireland

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for PhD studies in second trimester pregnancy loss
• Admissible Criteria:
  To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Hold a relevant undergraduate or master’s degree in a related field (e.g., obstetrics, gynaecology, medical sciences)
  • Show a commitment to research in maternal health and pregnancy loss
  • Be willing to collaborate closely with clinical/academic teams at Cork University Maternity Hospital.\

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a full application including CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter outlining their research interests and motivation. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Benefits

The successful candidate will receive:

• Annual stipend of €25,000
• University fees up to a maximum of €5,900 per annum
• Additional funding for consumables and conference travel

Important Dates

• Closing date for applications: Thursday, 24 October 2024
• Interviews for shortlisted candidates: November 2024
• Scholarship start date: July 2025

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