Helen Hamlyn Centre for Pedagogy studentship available

The Centre is now offering a full-time PhD studentship to commence in October 2018, that will develop an original contribution to primary pedagogy, or primary and early years pedagogy. Engagement with the work of teachers and their pupils will be a key feature of the research. The successful applicant will demonstrate in a research proposal of a maximum of 2,000 words, and at interview, the original contribution that their proposed research could make to research in pedagogy. Mixed methods designs that include rigorous quantitative elements are welcomed, as are high calibre qualitative studies.

The studentship will cover full tuition fees and a maintenance allowance for 3 years. The studentship is available from October 2018. Candidates will be expected to finish their programme of study at the latest by September 2022.

The successful candidate may be required to undertake the research proposed at interview (with modifications) or be required to undertake different research as proposed by the co-directors of the centre.

Eligibility criteria

• An upper second-class Bachelor's degree (or higher classification) from a UK university, or equivalent qualification from a university outside of the UK.
• A Master's degree relevant to primary education or early years education.
• An excellent research proposal that shows awareness of relevant theory, relevant empirical studies, high standards of ethical conduct and rigorous methodology for the proposed research.
• Clear understanding of the ways in which research is relevant to teachers' practice.
• Advanced understanding of educational theory.
• Clear conception of pedagogy.
• Strong knowledge of research methods, ideally including quantitative methods.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• A highly organised approach to research with excellent time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including high level of written English and academic writing.

Due to funding restrictions, this studentship is only open to applicants who have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years preceding their start on the programme or who have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

How to apply

Please email IOE.CentreForPedagogyAdmin@ucl.ac.uk for the studentship application form to be completed and returned.

A research proposal of no more than 2,000 words should be attached to the application.

Funding

The successful candidate will receive a stipend of £21,885 per annum (revised annually) plus university fees (UK rate). Funding is available for 3 years to start in October 2018.

Deadline to apply is 5 April 2018.

For further details please contact Tricia Combs (t.combs@ucl.ac.uk)