History of Science: Fully-funded PhD Studentship: Science and Universities:
Swansea, 1920-2020
Closing date: 30th June 2015
Key Information
With the university’s centenary in 2020 approaching, the Department of
History and Classics, Swansea University, invites applications from
suitably-qualified UK/EU candidates for a doctoral studentship, funded by
the College of Arts and Humanities, to conduct research on the history of
the STEM disciplines at Swansea University.
Science has always been at the heart of higher education: it has built the
reputation of universities; it has been a matter of conflict in policy
decisions; and it has raised fundamental ethical concerns. Since its
foundation in 1920, Swansea University has boasted a rich tradition in
science, technology, engineering and medicine (STEM) research. This ranges
from pioneering work on radar during the Second World War, and
contributions to the work of the European Organization for Nuclear Research
(CERN) by the physics department, to world-leading research currently
undertaken in engineering. The recipient of the studentship will contribute
to our understanding of the evolution and significance of work in the
sciences at Swansea within their wider national and international contexts.
There will be scope to shape the precise direction of the research
according to his/her interests and expertise.
The studentship, which is full-time and will run for three years, will
begin in October 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter, and will be
supervised by Dr Christoph Laucht and Dr Adam Mosley. The successful
candidate will be expected to undertake up to six hours per week of
tutorial teaching for the Department of History and Classics during the
second and third years of the studentship.
Eligibility
Applicants should have a first class or upper second class undergraduate
degree in a relevant discipline and have completed or be working towards a
master's degree in history, history of science, technology and/or medicine,
modern or contemporary history, or another appropriate historical subject.
Experience of conducting independent archival research is highly desirable,
as the successful applicant will be expected to carry out research in
Swansea University’s Richard Burton Archives, the National Archives at
Kew, and other repositories. The ability to work to deadlines is also
required.
To be eligible for a full award (stipend and fees), you must have:

    Settled status in the UK, meaning there are no restrictions on how long
you can stay.
    Been 'ordinarily resident' in the UK for three years prior to the start
of the studentship grant. This means you must have been normally residing
in the UK (apart from temporary or occasional absences).
    Not been residing in the UK wholly or mainly for the purpose of
full-time education. This does not apply to UK and EU nationals.

To be eligible for a fees only award, you:

    must be ordinarily resident in an EU member state, in the same way as
UK students must be ordinarily resident in the UK.

Funding

    UK students qualify for a full award, covering all tuition fees and an
annual stipend of £14,057 for up to three years.
    Non-UK students from the EU qualify for a fees-only award, and will
need to find supplementary funding to cover living expenses.

An additional £600 will be available for research expenses.
How to Apply
To apply for this studentship, please submit the following documentation

    College of Arts and Humanities Research Scholarship Application Form
    CV
    Covering Letter
    Sample of academic writing

to Gabriella Wasiniak, by email: g.wasiniak@swansea.ac.uk
or post:
Graduate College,
College of Arts & Humanities,
Swansea University,
Singleton Park,
Swansea,
SA2 8PP
The deadline for applications is 30th June 2015.
Informal enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Dr Christoph Laucht
(c.laucht@swansea.ac.uk) or by
telephoning +44 (0)1792 606290.