University of Central Lancashire
Research Project/Studentship Description
Project ref: RS/15/07
School
Centre
Proposed Director of Studies
Contact Details
Programme (e.g MPhil/PhD)
Duration of Studentship
Hours (Full or Part Time)
Closing Date: 10/07/2015
Languages & International Studies
Worldwise Centre
Dr Michael Thomas
mthomas4@uclan.ac.uk / 01772 893148
PhD (via MPhil)
3 years
Tuition Fees
Maintenance Grant
Other Allowances (for non UCLan studentships)
Any
Entry
Requirements
(e.g.
2:1
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Good honours degree (2:1) and MA in relevant area
classification/restricted to UK residences only)
Any Special Requirements (e.g. driving licence)
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Project Title
PhD Studentship
Project Description
The School of Language, Literature and International Studies at the University of Central Lancashire is pleased
to offer a studentship to prospective PhD students to begin in October 2015.
In the UK Government’s recent REF 2014 assessment of research activity, 75% of outputs were judged to be
‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in Modern Languages and Linguistics in the School. Based in
Preston in Lancashire, the School has a number of research hubs, including the Worldwise Centre, the Institute
for Black Atlantic Research, the International Institute of Korean Studies, and the International Institute for
Sign Languages and Deaf Studies.
Under the Worldwise Centre, which conducts research in modern foreign languages, cultures and
communications, applications are invited for a studentship to support tuition fees for up to three years of fulltime study. We welcome research proposals on any area related to the teaching and learning of modern foreign
languages in the school, further or higher education sectors. We have a particular interest in the following or
related fields:
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Digital technologies and modern foreign languages
Modern foreign languages and intercultural communication
Communicative pedagogy in modern foreign languages
Government policy on the promotion of modern foreign languages
Researching the impact of national, international or EU-funded projects addressing the strategic role
of modern foreign languages (e.g., Routes into Languages)
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Modern foreign language education and employability
Eligible candidates will hold an upper second class honours degree and a Master’s degree. Candidates whose
secondary education has not been conducted in English will need to demonstrate evidence of appropriate
English language proficiency (e.g., 7.0 in IELTS with not less than 6.5 in any of the individual elements).
The deadline for applications is 10th July 2015 at 5pm.
For enquiries or related questions, please contact: Dr Michael Thomas (mthomas4@uclan.ac.uk).
Research Student Specification
Studentship Ref
Number
RS/15/07
Project Title:
PhD Studentship
School:
Languages & International Studies
Contact:
Dr Michael Thomas. Tel.: 01772 893148. Email: mthomas4@uclan.ac.uk
Attributes
Closing Date:
Essential
Desirable
10/07/2015
Measured By
Education/Qualifications
Upper second class
honours and
Master’s degree in a
relevant discipline or
equivalent.
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Experience
Experience of
completing a
research project at
undergraduate and
postgraduate level.
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Skills/Abilities
Effective researcher
with strong
communication
skills.
Good subject
knowledge.
Good IT and
numeracy skills.
Good independent
worker.
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Personal Details
Clearly defined
interest in research
topic applied for.
Reliable and
dependable.
Ability to work alone
when necessary.
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