Applications are invited for Raymond & Beverly Sackler Scholarships for PhD candidates at the University of Cambridge to study in the UK. The awards are open to both EU and non-EU applicants and will provide for all university and college fees due, 3 years maintenance at the current UK Research Council level, and a limited contribution to research expenses.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue PhD programme.

Eligible Nationalities: The awards are open to both EU and non-EU applicants.

Eligibility Criteria: The Managers of the Sackler Fund invite applications for those wishing to begin their PhD in October 2018. The awards, which are open to both EU and non-EU applicants, will provide for all university and college fees due, 3 years maintenance at the current UK Research Council level (at least £14,553 per annum), and a limited contribution to research expenses (to be negotiated with project supervisor). Awards may also be made to supplement part-support from other sources.

Method of Application: Applicants should apply, or have applied, to the University in the usual way. By collaborating with their potential host PhD supervisor or supervisors, applicants should prepare a two-page research proposal, which outlines the aims of the PhD project and includes a concise discussion of why it fits with the stated aims of the Fund. All applicants should, in addition to submitting their online application form, send a copy of their research proposal as an e-mail attachment to the Graduate Office, Cavendish Laboratory, Department of Physics, to arrive no later than Friday 23 February 2018.

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Scholarship Application Deadline: February 23, 2018