The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is offering Subir Chowdhury Postdoctoral Fellowship on Quality and Economics. Indian students are eligible to apply for this fellowship.
The main objective of this programme is to examine the links between quality and economics.
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a world-class centre for its concentration of teaching and research across the full range of the social, political and economic sciences.
If English is not the first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above. Applicants who have previously successfully completed programmes delivered in English will be exempt from the above requirement subject to submission of documentation.
The London School of Economics and Political Science Information
Established in 1895, The London School of Economics and Political Science is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 124 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
The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for the scholarship.
Applicants should have been awarded their PhD – the fellowship is not intended for students registered for a degree or diploma, nor is it intended for senior academics.
Applicants should be early career researchers working on the impact of people quality and behaviour on economies. The main objective of this programme is to examine the links between quality and economics.
The Fellowship allows for any scholar to participate in the programme regardless of ethnicity or national origin.
Offered Benefits
The Fellow will receive a monthly subsistence allowance of up to £1,750 a month, and will be provided with shared work space and access to research facilities at the School. Assistance will also be provided towards the cost of travel and related expenses. No additional grant is available for fieldwork or any other costs.
Application Process
Applications should be addressed to The Fellowships Selection Committee, India Observatory, London School of Economics & Political Science, Houghton Street, London WC2A 2AE, UK, and submitted by email as a Word or PDF document to India.Observatory-at-lse.ac.uk.
Applications should include:
- a cover letter of no more than one page
- curriculum vitae of no more than three pages
- an outline of proposed research of no more than three pages
- the names and addresses of two referees, familiar with their work, to be contacted by the Committee