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Fully Funded PhD within the School of Law and Social Sciences
✓ Fully Funded
⏰ Closing Soon
🎓 History & Archaeology
🎓 Law
🎓 Linguistics
🎓 Sociology
interdisciplinary research
applied linguistics
criminology
law
public policy
social sciences
Fully funded PhD at Aston University inviting proposals in law and social sciences, including linguistics, sociology, history, and related interdisciplinary fields.
Project Description
Aston University invites applications for a fully funded PhD within the School of Law and Social Sciences, starting October 2026.
The studentship supports original and methodologically rigorous research aligned with the School’s areas of expertise, including criminology, English, history, international relations, law, politics, and sociology. Interdisciplinary proposals are encouraged, particularly those connected to research centres such as the Aston Institute for Forensic Linguistics and the Centre for Migration and Forced Displacement.
The School provides a collaborative and inclusive research environment, with strong links to policy, public, and third-sector organizations.
Entry Requirements
First or Upper Second Class undergraduate degree and a Master’s degree (Merit or Distinction) in a relevant field
• Strong academic background and research potential
• Background in applied linguistics or cognitive stylistics (preferred)
• Experience in empirical literary studies or reader response analysis (desirable)
• English language proficiency (if applicable)
• Strong academic background and research potential
• Background in applied linguistics or cognitive stylistics (preferred)
• Experience in empirical literary studies or reader response analysis (desirable)
• English language proficiency (if applicable)
How to Apply
Submit a complete application including transcripts, research statement, personal statement, CV, references, proof of English proficiency, and passport copy.
Eligibility
UK/Home
EU
International
Supervisor Profile
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Dr Katie Tonkiss
Aston University, College of Business and Social Sciences
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