Applications are solicited from eligible candidates for fully funded full-time PhD scholarships affiliated with the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies at the University of Galway. The position commences on May 1, 2024, and extends for a duration of four years, contingent upon satisfactory progress.
The GAELFAM project investigates the linguistic experiences of families residing in the Irish Gaeltacht who use a language other than or in addition to Irish or English at home. The aim is to gain insights into the linguistic dynamics within these families, particularly focusing on adolescents. The selected PhD researcher will conduct ethnographic research, including interviews and case studies, to contribute valuable findings to the field of sociolinguistics.Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 15/04/24 at 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format).
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Galway
- Department: College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Fully funded with a living allowance (Stipend) of €22,000 per annum, along with covering university fees of €5,750.
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: Multiple positions available
- Nationality: Open to all nationalities
- The award can be taken in the Ireland
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the University of Galway.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold an honors BA with a minimum degree result of a high 2.1 or international equivalent in applied linguistics, relevant language, or other social science field.
- Demonstrate fluency in Irish (C1 or C2) is desirable.
- Possess excellent written communication skills in both Irish and English.
- Have experience working with adolescents.
- Fluency in a language other than Irish or English is preferred.
- Prior experience in conducting ethnographic research is advantageous.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit the following documents via email to with the subject line “GAELFAM PhD scholarship”:
- Academic CV with contact details for three referees
- Cover letter or personal statement (maximum 700 words)
- Scanned/electronic copy of academic transcripts
- Academic writing sample (minimum 3,000 and maximum 15,000 words)
All supporting documents should be combined into a single PDF document named with the applicant’s surname.