Psychology Research Group
The Psychology Research Group is pleased to offer one fully funded PhD studentship.
“Chemo-brain”: Potential cognitive deficits, including language and memory, following chemotherapy for cancer survivors
BU is co-funding this project with the NHS to investigate the potential cognitive deficits following chemotherapy for survivors of cancer or “chemo-brain” – a phenomenon often noted by clinicians and patients.
Download the project details and more information (PDF – 77kb)
The closing date for applications for this studentship is 31 July 2009.
Candidates for the fully-funded PhD studentship must demonstrate outstanding qualities and be motivated to complete a PhD in 3 years. All candidates must satisfy the School’s minimum doctoral entry criteria for studentships of: an honours degree at Upper Second Class (2.1) and/or an appropriate Masters degree. An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 minimum is essential for candidates for whom English is not their first language.
In addition to satisfying basic entry criteria, the Research Group will look closely at the qualities, skills and background of each candidate and what they can bring to their chosen research project.
If you would like to contact a member of staff to find out more information then please email the project supervisor identified with a particular area of study.
Alternatively, you can also arrange to view the School and its facilities by emailing the administrator. Click to email Jo Sawyer.
How to apply for PhD Studentships
Once you have chosen a PhD studentship area of study, please complete the application form which can be downloaded below, ensuring that you:
- Enter the title of the studentship for which you want to apply and complete all relevant sections of the application form.
- In the application form you are asked to submit a synopsis, of not more than 500 words, outlining your understanding of the theme for which you are applying, the approach you would envisage taking and what qualities you believe you bring to the research community.
- Please note incomplete applications will not be considered so please ensure you complete the form.
- It is important to note that these studentships only apply to the advertised themes as set out on the relevant Research Centre’s website. Any applications for studentships not relating to these themes will not be considered. However, details of how to apply for full- and part-time self-funded study can be found on the Graduate School web pages.
- Successful applicants will be invited to interview either at the University or by video conference.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates for the fully-funded PhD studentship must demonstrate outstanding qualities and be motivated to complete a PhD in 3 years. All candidates must satisfy the University’s minimum doctoral entry criteria for studentships of: an honours degree at Upper Second Class (2.1) and/or an appropriate Masters degree. An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 minimum is essential for candidates for whom English is not their first language.
In addition to satisfying basic entry criteria, the BU will look closely at the qualities, skills and background of each candidate and what they can bring to their chosen research project.
Documents to Download
PhD Studentships 2009 Application Form (Word 210 kb)
Terms and Conditions of Studentships (PDF 50kb)
Codes of Practice (PDF 347 kb)
Returning your Application Form
Bournemouth University
Poole House
Talbot Campus
Poole
Dorset
BH12 5BB
UK Email: jsawyer@bournemouth.ac.uk
The application form can be submitted either by post or email. You should be aware that when you email BU the possibility exists, however minimal, that unauthorised individuals may be able to intercept your message and any personal data. We therefore recommend you post your application to the relevant administrator using the contact details below:
Terms and conditions of our PhD Studentships (PDF 60kb)
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