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Postgraduate research Funding your postgraduate research

There are lots of different options to help you fund postgraduate research study!

The University has lots of current  PhD and postgraduate research opportunities . Many of these opportunities will have funding provided. If not, there are a number of ways to help you secure external funding to assist your postgraduate research. Some of these include:

• government funding
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• grant-giving organisations
• the private sector

We have listed some of these options below, which are categorised by region. Please consult the individual links for further details on the application process and eligibility criteria.

External funding opportunities

• Commonwealth Scholarships (Least Developed Countries)
• Commonwealth Scholarships (High Income Countries)
• Commonwealth Split-Site Scholarships (low & middle income countries)
• Newton Fund
• Schlumberger Foundation

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• Arts & Humanities Research Council
• Biotechnology & Biological Sciences
• Economic & Social Research Council
• Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council
• Innovate UK
• Medical Research Council
• Natural Environment Research Council
• Science & Technology Facilities Council
• China Scholarship Council
• Canon Foundation
• JISP Scholarship
• Japanese Overseas Challenge Programme for Young Researchers (JSPS)
• Charles Wallace India Trust
• INLAKS Foundation
• HEC Pakistan
• Punjabi Education Endowment Fund (PEEF)

South East Asia

• Indonesia Endowment Fund of Education (LPDP)
• MARA (Malaysia)
• National Science & Technology Development Agency (NSTDA - Thailand)
• Office of the Civil Service Commission (OCSC - Thailand)

Middle East

• Higher Education Scholarship Palestine (HESPAL)
• Embassy of Oman
• Embassy of UAE
• Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau
• NDDC - Niger Delta Development Commission (Nigeria)
• Petroleum Technology Development Fund (Nigeria)
• Federal Gov. of Nigeria
• Ghana Scholarship Secretariat
• Algerian Embassy
• Tetfund - Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Nigeria)
• Ghana Education Trust Fund
• Government of Canada: Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council
• Marshall Scholarships
• Fulbright Commission
• CNPQ (Brazil)
• PRONABEC (Peru)
• Brazilian Association for International Education (Faubai)
• National Agency for Research & Development (Chile)
• Colfuturo (Colombia)
• Conape (Costa Rica)
• FUNDAPEC (Domincan Republic)
• Fundacion Guatefuturo (Guatemala)
• Hondufuturo (Honduras)
• Fundacion Beca (Mexico)
• FUNED (Mexico)
• Global Education Program
• Bolashak (Kasakhstan)
• Ministry for Education & Employment (Malta)
• Embassy of Turkey

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Population and Health Data Science: Fully Funded Health Data Research UK PhD Scholarship: Use of Real-World Evidence in Health Technology Assessment for Multiple Long-term Conditions (RS600)

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Closing date: 12 May 2024

Key Information

Funding provider:   Health Data Research (HDR) UK

Subject areas:   Population Data Science

Project start date:

• 1  October 202 4 ( Enrolment open from mid-September )

Project supervisors:

• Professor Rhiannon Owen ( r.k.owen @swansea.ac.uk )
• Dr James Rafferty
• Professor Hamish Laing
• Professor Keith Abrams (University of Warwick)

Aligned programme of study: PhD in Population and Health Data Science

Mode of study: Full-time

Project description:

Healthcare decision-making has previously focussed on developing recommendations for single conditions. However, standardised care for each chronic condition in isolation can be inappropriate for individuals living with multiple long-term conditions known as multimorbidity, and may lead to unnecessary polypharmacy. This PhD studentship aims to develop a modelling framework to estimate the natural history of disease in individuals living with multiple long-term conditions using population-scale, linked, electronic health records from the Secure Anonymised Information Linkage (SAIL) Databank Wales Multimorbidity e-Cohort ( Lyons et al , 2021 ). This approach will allow estimation of the potential adverse effects (such as hospitalisations) of drug-on-drug interactions for the treatment of multiple conditions and associated genetic, environmental, or demographic risk factors. Further this PhD project will compare the efficacy of different combinations of treatments used in people with multiple long-term conditions, and assess potential health inequalities.   

Facilities 

The PhD student will be based in Population Data Science at Swansea University with visiting PhD Student Status at the Department of Statistics at the University of Warwick, benefiting from the stimulating and supportive environment and bespoke training programmes. The successful candidate will receive training to develop their knowledge and expertise in statistical modelling, epidemiology, population data science and health technology assessment, with the opportunity for their research to directly inform healthcare policy and practice. The successful student will have the opportunity to present their work at national and international conferences and workshops.  

This PhD is funded as part of the HDR UK Medicines in Acute and Chronic Care Driver Programme, which is a national collaboration that aims to understand and transform the use of medicines for patient benefit, and reduce medicines-associated harm. The Driver Programme has a particular focus on vulnerable populations including people living with multiple long-term conditions and those experiencing health inequalities. The successful candidate will be one of several PhD students contributing to the wider HDR UK Driver Programmes and will have the opportunity to collaborate with the wider HDR UK Driver Programme Team as well as access additional training and associated events hosted by HDR UK. 

Eligibility

Candidates must hold an Upper Second Class (2.1) honours degree. Candidates  will need an MSc in Statistics/Biostatistics or Epidemiology/Health Data Science (with a strong analytical component ) plus programming and data analysis skills/experience in R and/or Python.  

Experience of analysing large-scale linked electronic health record data and k nowledge of Bayesian methods would be an advantage.

If you are eligible to apply for the scholarship but do not hold a UK degree, you can check our comparison entry requirements (see  country specific qualifications ). Please note that you may need to provide evidence of your English Language proficiency. 

This scholarship is open to candidates of any nationality.

If you have any questions regarding your academic or fee eligibility based on the above, please email  [email protected]  with the web-link to the scholarship(s) you are interested in. 

This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend of £ 19,237.

Additional research expenses will also be available.

How to Apply

To apply, please  complete your application online   with the following information:

In the event you have already applied for the above programme previously, the application system may issue a warning notice and prevent application, in this event, please email [email protected] where staff will be happy to assist you in submitting your application.

• Start year  – please select  2024
• Funding (page 8)  –
• ‘Are you funding your studies yourself?’ – please select  No
• ‘Name of Individual or organisation providing funds for study’ – please enter  ‘RS600 - Health Technology Assessment'

*It is the responsibility of the applicant to list the above information accurately when applying, please note that applications received without the above information listed will not be considered for the scholarship award.

One application is required per individual Swansea University led research scholarship award ; applications cannot be considered listing multiple Swansea University led research scholarship awards.

We encourage you to complete the following to support our commitment to providing an environment free of discrimination and celebrating diversity at Swansea University: 

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Monitoring Form  (online form)  

As part of your online application, you MUST upload the following documents (please do not send these via e-mail).  We strongly advise you to provide the listed supporting documents by the advertised application closing date.  Please note that your application may not be considered without the documents listed:

• Degree certificates and transcripts  (if you are currently studying for a degree, screenshots of your grades to date are sufficient)
• A cover letter  including a ‘Supplementary Personal Statement’ to explain why the position particularly matches your skills and experience and how you choose to develop the project.
• Two references  (academic or previous employer) on headed paper or using the  Swansea University reference form . Please note that we are not able to accept references received citing private email accounts, e.g. Hotmail. Referees should cite their employment email address for verification of reference.
• Evidence of meeting  English Language requirement  (if applicable).
• Copy of  UK resident visa  (if applicable)
• C onfirmation of EDI form submission (optional)

Informal enquiries are welcome, please contact Professor  Rhiannon Owen  ( r.k.owen @swansea.ac.uk ).

*External Partner Application Data Sharing  – Please note that as part of the scholarship application selection process, application data sharing may occur with external partners outside of the University, when joint/co- funding of a scholarship project is applicable.

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May 2024 announcements for graduate students

Mark your calendars for important spring graduation deadlines, funding opportunities, events and professional development workshops

Graduation Deadlines

May 31, 2024.

Master’s students must update diploma name or address in Buff Portal by this date if necessary.

Funding Deadlines

• April 30 : American Indian Science & Engineering Society Scholarships ( external ) 
• April 30 : Graduate Student Fellowships for Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Science ( external ) 
• April 30 : Link Foundation Ocean Engineering and Instrumentation PhD Fellowship ( external ) 
• May 1 : The Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program ( external ) 
• May 1 : Wenner-Gren Foundation Dissertation Fieldwork Grant ( external ) 
• May 17 : Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy ( external ) 
• May 30 : AERA-NSF Research and Dissertation Grants Program ( external ) 
• May 30 : UCAR Next Generation Graduate Fellowship ( external ) 
• May 31 : The American Indian College Fund ( external )

Workshops & Events  

Peace corps application workshop.

 April 24, 12 to 1 p.m.   Zoom 

Are you thinking about applying to serve as a Peace Corps volunteer? Wondering what the Peace Corps application looks like? Make your application stand out from the rest by attending this workshop to learn how to browse volunteer openings, find the right program, and strengthen your application.

Class of 2024 Grad Bash

 May 2, 4 to 7 p.m.   Koenig Alumni Center Lawn 

Your accomplishments deserve a party, and Grad Bash is a celebration just for you!  

This event features free food and refreshments, a DJ and plenty of photo opportunities to capture this unforgettable time in your life. When you register, you will receive a graduation gift from the Alumni Association and discover all the great benefits available to you as a Forever Buff. The Graduate School will have a table at the event, so be sure to stop by to pick up some swag.

Grad+ Get SMART Summer Series

 May 13 to 15, 9 to 11 a.m.   Zoom 

Make Summer 2024, your best yet by signing up for Grad+ Get SMART Summer Series! Summer is a great time for an academic reset. Whether you are looking for goal setting tips and tricks, new executive functioning and self-regulation ideas or motivation, this May workshop is perfect for you. Sign up to join Leslie Blood, director of graduate community and professional development, to learn about and apply new research-based performance methods to keep you stress-free and cool as the temperatures rise.

Register Here

Grad+ Writing Retreat 

 May 20 to 23, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day   CASE E422 

Let’s kick off the summer productively with our May Writing Retreat! Join other graduate students and hold each other accountable during our boot camp that will provide the time, space, and community needed to focus on your academic writing, giving you momentum to stay on track through the summer. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided for those that RSVP. Space is limited.

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Richard L. Rachin Graduate Fellowship and Endowment Scholarship - Summer

About the scholarship.

The Richard L. Rachin Graduate Fellowship and Endowment Scholarship - Summer is open to graduate students in the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida State University. Students studying criminology or criminal justice will be considered.

• Essay Required : No
• Need-Based : No
• Merit-Based : No
• Resident of the U.S.
• Attending Florida State University College of Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Graduate student
• Seeking a graduate degree
• Studying criminology or criminal justice
• Country : US

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Before Graduation

When will i find out my graduation date.

We post the graduation timetables on our webpages as soon as possible.  

When do graduations take place?

University of Glasgow graduations take place in Summer, Winter and Spring. In-person ceremonies take place in Summer (June/July) and Winter (November/December). The Graduation timetable is published on our webpages as soon as it is confirmed.  

Is it possible to change to a different ceremony?

It is not possible to change the date and/or time of your ceremony except in exceptional circumstances. If you need to request to change to an alternate graduation ceremony , please enrol to graduate and then complete the Graduation Enrolment Update Form and explain your circumstances.  

How much does it cost to graduate?

There is no fee to graduate.  

What hood should I have for my degree?

When you arrange your robes through Ede & Ravenscroft you will select your degree and your hood will be provided. Further information on the Academic Dress Code can be found on the Academic Policy and Governance pages of the University of Glasgow website.  

I didn’t qualify in time to graduate. What do I do about the gown and photography?

You should contact Ede & Ravenscroft directly to arrange a refund or deferral.  

I can no longer attend the ceremony, what do I do?

Please update us as soon as possible if you can no longer attend your ceremony by completing the Graduation Enrolment Update Form or by emailing [email protected].   If you fail to attend your graduation ceremony without prior notification, your graduation will be treated as in- absentia and your documents will be posted to you.  

I need a visa letter so my family/friends can come to graduation?

Certifying Letters for Visa Applications can be accessed here. Please note the University cannot guarantee entry into the UK and you should follow UK travel guidance.  

Is it compulsory to enrol for graduation?

Yes, to receive your certificate and officially graduate you must enrol to graduate even if you do not want to attend a ceremony.  

How and when do I enrol to graduate?

Please visit our webpages for information on How to Enrol for Graduation.  

I'm no longer a registered student. How do I enrol?

Contact the Graduations Team as early as possible during the Enrolment period and we will arrange for you to enrol via email. Please include your student number in your correspondence.  

Email the Graduations Team  

What does inabsentia mean?

Inabsentia means you will graduate without attending an in-person ceremony and we will either post your documents to you or you can choose to collect them from the University on specific days after the graduation ceremonies. You must still enrol for graduation even if you wish to graduate inabsentia .   If you graduate in-absentia, it is not possible to attend a future graduation ceremony for the same degree.  

Should I wait to receive my exam results before I enrol?

No. You are NOT automatically enrolled for graduation when you pass your exams and qualify for your degree. If you wish to graduate, you should enrol for graduation during the Enrolment period, even if your results are not yet published.  

I missed the enrolment deadline; can I still enrol?

To graduate, it is necessary to enrol during the specified period. If you have missed the enrolment deadline, you will need to wait until the next graduation period.  

Can I graduate if I have outstanding debts to the University?

If you have any outstanding academic-related debts, you will not be allowed to enrol for graduation. If you are in doubt about your debts to the University, please make early enquiries with the Credit Control Team.

Read the Student Debt Policy  

What if I enrol to graduate but then don’t qualify in time?

To qualify to graduate you must be qualified by your School by the qualification deadline. The date of this varies depending on the graduation diet.  

If you are not going to be qualified by this date, you should complete the Graduation Enrolment Update Form to let us know you are cancelling your graduation. You will then need to enrol again for a future graduation.  

The following information is relevant to students graduating at the University of Glasgow main campus. If you are graduating  at Dumfries Campus or at an overseas campus , please check with your local administrator fo r information about your graduation ceremon y .  

Where does the graduation ceremony take place?

University of Glasgow graduations take place at the Bute Hall in the Gilbert Scott Building, University of Glasgow G12 8QQ.  

How long does the ceremony last?

Ceremonies last approximately 1 and a half hours.  

Can I get professional photos taken?

Yes,  Ede & Ravenscroft provide official portrait photography on ceremony days.  

I am running late for the ceremony, what do I do?

If you are running late for your ceremony, please email the graduation team to let us know. If you arrive late for your graduation, make your way to Hunter Hall where staff will a ssist you. Please note: If you do not arrive in time, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to attend your graduation ceremony.  

Will the ceremony be livestreamed?

Yes, you can watch the livestream of the ceremony on the University of Glasgow webpages.  

Will you read out my name at the ceremony if I am graduating inabsentia?

No, there is a C harge to the inabsentia graduates at the end of the ceremony, but your name will not be read out.  

Is there parking available on campus?

There is no parking available on campus and p arking in the vicinity of the University will be difficult, especially on weekdays. We recommend using public transport where possible to get to the University. See Useful Transport Information.  

Further information on Blue Badge Parking can be found on our webpages .  

Do I have to wear a gown and hood at the ceremony?

Yes, students are required to wear academic dress when graduating.  

Where do I get my graduation gown?

You should hire your gown direct from – Ede and Ravenscroft.  

You will collect your gown on the day of your ceremony when you register for graduation and should return it after the ceremony.  

You should hire your gown as soon as possible after you have enrolled as the portal closes 21 days before the ceremony.  

What should I wear?

The dress code for graduates is formal attire and you will also need to wear a gown and hood when graduating. There is no dress code for guests.  

Do I need wear a hat with my graduation gown?

No, you do not need to wear a hat with your graduation gown.  

How many guests can I bring?

As a graduand attending the ceremony , you are automatically assigned two guest tickets for the Bute Hall . Guests who don’t have tickets for the ceremony can watch it streamed live on a large screen located in one of the halls near the Bute Hall. Students collect guest tickets and can request livestream tickets when you register on the day of the ceremony.  

I and/or my guests need additional support or assistance for the ceremony – what should I do?

If you or your guests need support to attend the ceremony, please complete the Ceremony Access Form so we can discuss how best to support you. You can also speak to staff on the day of the ceremony if you require assistance .  

My friend is not using all their guest tickets – can I have them?

If you wish to arrange to share tickets with a friend, you can do this, but your friend must still collect the tickets on the day of the ceremony and then they can give them to you.  

Can I bring a child/children?

Yes, children can attend but they must still have a ticket and must be accompanied by an adult.  

Can I take photographs in the ceremony?

You are permitted to take photographs in the Bute Hall during the ceremony but are asked to remain seated, so you do not impair the view of other guests.

GRADUATION DOCUMENTS

When will i receive my parchment.

If you choose to attend a ceremony, you will collect your parchment on the day of your ceremony. If you select inabsentia , we will send your documents to you approximately 10 days from the graduation date.  

My parchment was lost or damaged. Can I get a replacement?

You can purchase a replacement parchment via the University Shop .  

I need proof of my award before graduation, can you provide anything?

The Student Services Enquiry Team can provide you with a Certifying Letter as proof of your award.   

You can also download a digital copy of your H EAR (Higher Education Achievement Award) .  

Can I get digital copy of my degree certificate?

The University does not provide electronic copies of degrees, you will be given the physical copy of your degree on the day or your ceremony or we will post you the physical copy of your parchment approximately 10 working days after your scheduled ceremony.  

If you need digital proof of your award, you can get a Certifying Letter from Student Services Enquiry Team. You can also download a digital copy of your HEAR (Higher Education Achievement Award) .