Fully-Funded Arts and Humanities Research Council PhD International Studentship in UK, 2020


The University of Bristol and British Library are currently accepting applications for the Fully-Funded Arts and Humanities Research Council PhD International Studentship. The program is open for the academic session 2020-2021.

The funding program assists highly motivated UK and EU students who want to undertake a PhD degree program at the School of Modern Languages in the United Kingdom.

University of Bristol Information

University of Bristol Grants

Fully-Funded Arts and Humanities Research Council PhD International Studentship in UK, 2020 Established in 1909, University of Bristol is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Bristol (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), South West England. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University of Bristol (UoB) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Bristol (UoB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 110 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: UK and EU
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD degree program on the theme: The Michael Hamburger Archive: Mediating European Literature.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must have to meet the following criteria:
  • Applicants should normally hold, or be working towards, a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, or have equivalent experience. Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, German Studies, Translation Studies, and Comparative Literature. Equivalent experience might include, but is not restricted to, a strong track record of employment in a library, museum, or heritage institution, or significant experience as a literary translator.

Offered Benefits

The University of Bristol will provide £16,885, consisting of £15,285 basic stipend, a CDA maintenance payment of £600 and an additional allowance of £1,000 for CDP partner universities based outside of London. In addition, the British Library will provide a research allowance directly to the student for agreed research-related costs of up to £1,000 a year.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: In order to apply for the opportunity , applicants must submit an online application via the University of Bristol’s online application system by the deadline.
  • Supporting Documents:  Candidates must submit all documents outlined in the German PhD Admissions Statement.
  • Admission Requirements: For taking admission, applicants must meet the admission requirements of the program.
  • Language Requirement: If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency. For more information go through the English language requirements page.
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