The
new Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Fellowships is now available within the Faculty
of Science and Engineering to be offered annually. Fellowships are available
for applicants of all nationalities.
new Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Fellowships is now available within the Faculty
of Science and Engineering to be offered annually. Fellowships are available
for applicants of all nationalities.
The
University of Manchester reputation is just one reason why Manchester is the
best place for you to study for your master’s. The university offers students
far more than just a qualification. Their pioneering taught courses draw upon
their world-leading research and their strong links to global industry. They
will quickly develop skills and gain exposure to experiences that will set you
apart in the jobs market.
University of Manchester reputation is just one reason why Manchester is the
best place for you to study for your master’s. The university offers students
far more than just a qualification. Their pioneering taught courses draw upon
their world-leading research and their strong links to global industry. They
will quickly develop skills and gain exposure to experiences that will set you
apart in the jobs market.
An
IELTS certificate is not required at the time of application. If you are
shortlisted for the scholarship, you will be asked to take the IELTS test.
English language requirements vary by course, but in most cases, you will need
a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no sub-test less than 5.5) or TOEFL 570 (90
IBT) to go through to the final selection round. They do not accept a
Certificate of English Proficiency from a Rwandan university instead of the
IELTS test.
IELTS certificate is not required at the time of application. If you are
shortlisted for the scholarship, you will be asked to take the IELTS test.
English language requirements vary by course, but in most cases, you will need
a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (with no sub-test less than 5.5) or TOEFL 570 (90
IBT) to go through to the final selection round. They do not accept a
Certificate of English Proficiency from a Rwandan university instead of the
IELTS test.
Scholarship Description
- Applications
Deadline: November 23, 2018 - Course
Level: Fellowships are available to pursue
research. - Study
Subject: Fellowships are awarded within
the Faculty of Science and Engineering. - The
Schools participating in the current round are:
|
School
|
Head
of School |
Contact
|
|
Chemical
Engineering & Analytical Science |
Professor
Christopher Hardacre |
aimie.gornall-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Chemistry
|
Professor
Nik Kaltsoyannis |
louise.wood-sanna-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Computer
Science |
Professor
Robert Stevens |
lynn.howarth-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Earth
& Environmental Science |
Professor
Kevin Taylor |
lynne.davies-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Electrical
& Electronic Engineering |
Professor
Simon Rowland |
julie.mcevoy-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Mathematics
|
Professor
Oliver Jensen |
susan.tizini-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Mechanical,
Aerospace & Civil Engineering |
Professor
Alice Larkin |
hospa.mace-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
|
Physics
& Astronomy |
Professor
Sean Freeman |
elaine.williams-at-manchester.ac.uk
|
- Scholarship Award:
The scheme provides funding for 5 years. It covers:
- The
applicant’s salary costs, estate costs and indirect costs for 5 years. - Support
by a senior mentor and participation in the New Academics Programme.
Successful Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Fellows who are about to start their
first year are eligible to apply for a research grant of up to £20k,
subject to a business case. The expectation is that holders of these
prestigious Fellowships will have identified a substantial and significant
research challenge, and that this will lead to significant research
funding and highly cited publications in subsequent years. In the Academic
Impact Statement (see below) the applicant should detail how their
research will be viewed by a broader community as having the necessary
degree of novelty, importance and usefulness. Successful candidates will
undertake a limited amount of teaching (up to 6 hours per week).
- Nationality:
There are no nationality
restrictions. Fellowships are available for applicants of all
nationalities. - Number
of Scholarships: The University
anticipate up to 12 of these prestigious Fellowships to be offered
annually. - Scholarship can
be taken in the UK
Eligibility for the Scholarship
Eligible
Countries: There are no nationality restrictions.
Fellowships are available for applicants of all nationalities.
Countries: There are no nationality restrictions.
Fellowships are available for applicants of all nationalities.
Entrance
Requirements: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Requirements: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
The
Fellowship is for Early Career Researchers (ECR). Applicants are expected to
hold a PhD by the start date of the Fellowship or have equivalent research
experience. There are no eligibility rules based on years of postdoctoral
experience or whether the applicant holds a permanent academic position. The
ethos of the Early Career Researcher scheme is to support candidates who have a
track record of outstanding research and in delivering impact. Consideration
will be given to applicants who have taken a non-standard career path after
their primary degree and circumstances such as maternity, paternity, long term
illness, caring responsibilities or career breaks. Applications are also
welcome from candidates who wish to re-establish themselves after a career
break or other period of absence from active research. There are no nationality
restrictions.
Fellowship is for Early Career Researchers (ECR). Applicants are expected to
hold a PhD by the start date of the Fellowship or have equivalent research
experience. There are no eligibility rules based on years of postdoctoral
experience or whether the applicant holds a permanent academic position. The
ethos of the Early Career Researcher scheme is to support candidates who have a
track record of outstanding research and in delivering impact. Consideration
will be given to applicants who have taken a non-standard career path after
their primary degree and circumstances such as maternity, paternity, long term
illness, caring responsibilities or career breaks. Applications are also
welcome from candidates who wish to re-establish themselves after a career
break or other period of absence from active research. There are no nationality
restrictions.
Application Procedure
How
to Apply: In the first instance, the potential
applicant must contact the Head of School of the host School
to discuss the background and strategy for any application. In the absence of
explicit Head of School support, an application will be rejected automatically.
The current Heads of Schools participating in the current round are:
to Apply: In the first instance, the potential
applicant must contact the Head of School of the host School
to discuss the background and strategy for any application. In the absence of
explicit Head of School support, an application will be rejected automatically.
The current Heads of Schools participating in the current round are:
HOW
TO APPLY
TO APPLY
The
Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Research Fellowships are awarded through
a two-stage application process. While the full suite of documentation is
required for the submission to the Faculty Panel, the first stage and
pre-selection are carried out at the host School level.
Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Research Fellowships are awarded through
a two-stage application process. While the full suite of documentation is
required for the submission to the Faculty Panel, the first stage and
pre-selection are carried out at the host School level.
Applications
to the Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Research Fellowships must be made using this
form. In addition please attach:
to the Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Research Fellowships must be made using this
form. In addition please attach:
- Your
Curriculum Vitae (CV). - Research
Proposal (3 sides of A4) - Academic
Impact Statement (1 side of A4) - Statement
of Strategic Fit (1 side of A4) - Equal
Opportunities Monitoring
