Deadline- 15March 2013
Cardiff University is inviting applicants for PhD Jameel Scholarship to study Islam in contemporary Britain in UK.
The Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK (Islam-UK Centre) is based within the School of Religious and Theological Studies, globally recognised for its research. The Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK has a strong and positive relationship with the local Muslim community.
Themes-
- Education– Proposals which focus on enhancing the quality of supplementary schooling for Muslim children in Britain are particularly welcomed
- Religious leadership-Subject areas of professional religious formation and continuing professional education and development, the delivery of pastoral care and community development, involvement in inter-faith relations, and processes of legal decision-making in Britain are particularly welcome
- British Muslim arts and heritage-This is an area that has so-far received very little academic attention, and yet has potential significance for better understanding of the developing identity of British Muslims, social cohesion and the promotion of shared values, and the contribution of British Muslims to wider society.
- Inter-generational and family relations- Whilst applications are welcomed on a range of topics, proposals that consider issues such as the support of Muslim ex-offenders, the enhancement of civic engagement by youth, and the issues arising from the growing Muslim elderly population (in a context of increasing extended family breakdown) will be particularly welcome.
- Open-theme- Applicants are welcome to submit proposals on other topics besides those outlined above, but these must demonstrate exceptional academic merit and potential, and must be consonant with the existing expertise and interests of staff in the Department of Religious and Theological Studies.
Each PhD scholarship will comprise of-
- Full-time Cardiff University PhD fees for 3 years, starting in the academic year 2013-14
- Stipend of approx. £16000 per year
- Research allowance
Eligibility criteria-
- Those applying for a PhD scholarship should have, or be studying for, a Master’s degree or similar postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject (Religious Studies, Islamic Studies, Social Sciences, Philosophy or History) from a UK university. In exceptional circumstances, applicants with only a BA degree will be considered.
- Full awards are open only to UK and EU nationals who satisfy UK residency requirements
- Evidence of a clear ambition to develop a career in the area of Islam and Muslims in Britain
- Familiarity with, and/or proven competence in, the use of qualitative research methods and associated data analysis techniques
- Demonstrable record of interest in, and/or enthusiasm for, working with British Muslims
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Preference may be given to those who will reside full-time in Cardiff
- Research proposals must demonstrate very high academic standards and at least one of the following-
- Potential social policy significance
- Potential creation of an evidence-base that might inform changes and developments within or for British Muslim communities
- Potential to promote better understanding of Islam and Muslim communities in Britain and in wider society
- Scope for capacity-building amongst those who work with, or for, Muslims in Britain
How to apply?
- Submitt Cardiff University Postgraduate online application form for PhD study. This can only be completed by using the Cardiff University Student Information and Management System (SIMS) where applicants will need to register as a ‘New User’. In order to do this, the applicant first needs to go to the website and follow the instructions.
- A PhD Jameel Scholarships Application Form, all sections of which must be completed in full. PhD Jameel Scholarships Application Forms are available to download on the right-hand side of this page. Completed forms must be submitted as an email attachment with the heading ‘PhD Jameel Scholarships’ to the given email address by the given deadline.
- Two references, of which AT LEAST one, must be from a University from which the applicant has graduated. References should be completed on a PhD Referee Report Form which should be sent as an email attachment.
- A complete transcript of all marks achieved to date to be sent
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