A fully funded PhD studentship is available at Loughborough University, in partnership with De Montfort University and the Lionheart Education Trust, focusing on understanding the factors that influence children’s financial literacy in Coalville, Leicestershire. The project is hosted by the Department of Mathematics Education and will explore the relationship between mathematical skills and financial literacy, particularly in disadvantaged communities. The research will involve developing tools to measure children’s financial knowledge, examining the influence of home and school environments, and creating interventions to improve financial literacy. Supervisors include Dr Iro Xenidou-Dervou (Loughborough University), Dr Marie-Josee Bisson (De Montfort University), and Timothy Dolan (Lionheart Education Trust). The successful candidate will be enrolled at Loughborough University and work closely with local schools and community partners. The studentship covers full tuition fees and provides a tax-free stipend of £19,237 per annum. Applicants should have strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with a passion for community-engaged research. Experience in psychology, education, or related fields, and familiarity with statistical software like R-Studio are desirable. The application deadline is 29 June 2025, and the start date is September 2025. Applications must be submitted online; further details and the application link are provided in the post.

No summary provided for this position.

A fully funded PhD studentship is available at Loughborough University, in partnership with De Montfort University and the Lionheart Education Trust, focusing on understanding the factors that influence children’s financial literacy in Coalville, Leicestershire. The project aims to develop reliable tools to measure children’s financial knowledge, examine the influence of home and school environments, and create interventions to improve financial literacy. The research is community-engaged, working closely with local schools, parents, and educational leaders. Supervisors include Dr Iro Xenidou-Dervou (Loughborough University), Dr Marie-Josee Bisson (De Montfort University), and Timothy Dolan (Lionheart Education Trust). The successful candidate will be enrolled at Loughborough University and work primarily in-person, with flexible arrangements possible. Funding includes full tuition coverage and a tax-free stipend of £19,237 per annum. Applicants should have strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with experience in educational or cognitive psychology, teaching, and statistical software being desirable. The application deadline is 29 June 2025, and applications must be submitted via the official online form. For further details, visit the Collaboratory Research Hub website or contact the supervisors via LinkedIn.

A fully funded PhD studentship is available at Loughborough University, in partnership with De Montfort University and the Lionheart Education Trust, focusing on understanding the factors that influence children’s financial literacy in Coalville, Leicestershire. The project is hosted by the Department of Mathematics Education and will investigate the relationship between mathematical skills, cognitive abilities, and financial literacy, particularly in disadvantaged communities. The research will involve developing tools to measure children’s financial knowledge, examining the influence of home and school environments, and creating interventions to improve financial literacy. Supervisors include Dr Iro Xenidou-Dervou (Loughborough University), Dr Marie-Josee Bisson (De Montfort University), and Timothy Dolan (Lionheart Education Trust). The successful candidate will be enrolled at Loughborough University and work closely with local schools, parents, and community leaders. The studentship covers full tuition fees and provides a tax-free stipend of £19,237 per annum. Applicants should have strong analytical, research, and communication skills, with experience in education, psychology, or related fields. Familiarity with statistical software and a passion for community-engaged research are desirable. The application deadline is 29 June 2025, and the start date is September 2025. Applications must be submitted online via the provided link, and candidates are encouraged to read the eligibility criteria carefully. For further information, candidates can contact the supervisors via LinkedIn.

No summary provided for this position.

No summary provided for this position.

No summary provided for this position.

No summary provided for this position.