Fully-Funded PhD Studentship in Department of Sociology at Maynooth University, Ireland

CSHIHE/OPW Scholarship in Country House Studies, Maynooth University

The Centre for the Study of Historic Irish Houses and Estates (CSHIHE), Department of History, Maynooth University, Republic of Ireland, in conjunction with The Office of Public Works (OPW), is offering a PhD in History Scholarship (full-time, fully funded over four years), commencing in September 2024. 

 The candidate will be registered for the structured PhD programme at Maynooth University and the degree will be awarded by the University. In addition to completing a thesis, the candidate will be expected to contribute to public outcomes (lectures and seminar presentations, exhibitions, publications) over the course of the PhD.

CSHIHE/OPW Scholarship in Country House Studies, Maynooth University

The Centre for the Study of Historic Irish Houses and Estates (CSHIHE), Department of History, Maynooth University, Republic of Ireland, in conjunction with The Office of Public Works (OPW), is offering a PhD in History Scholarship (full-time, fully funded over four years), commencing in September 2024.

The doctoral thesis will draw extensively on archival material relating to a select number of historic houses and landed estates in Ireland that are managed by the OPW (in particular Doneraile, Altamont, Kilmacurragh, Emo Court). 

Scholarship

The scholarship value is about 114,000 Euro and includes a 4-year tax-free stipend (22,000 Euro annually), registration fee, a travel budget for international travel to conferences and a new computer.  

Minimum Requirements and Evaluation Process

A 2.1 grade (or equivalent) in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Science, or a similar technical discipline.

Some programming ability.

Non-native English speakers require at least IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6 in all components) or equivalent (further details on equivalence of tests are available.

Benefits

A 4-year tax-free stipend (22,000 Euro annually)

Registration fee coverage

Travel budget for international conferences

Provision of a new computer

Career development through demonstration and/or teaching assistant hours.

Benefits

Full funding for four years

Stipend of €22,000 per annum

Tuition fee waiver

These benefits, coupled with the vibrant intellectual environment at the University of Galway, create an ideal setting for pursuing a Structured PhD and making a lasting impact in your chosen field.

The university’s impactful research endeavors contribute to advancements in various fields, while its strong ties with society and dynamic partnerships promote valuable knowledge exchange.

Criteria: 

 A master’s degree or first-class honours B.E. in a relevant discipline (e.g., environmental
engineering, environmental microbiology, or similar) with a good foundation in
microbiology.

Adaptability, reliability, and the ability to work both independently.