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Fully Funded International Partnership PhD in Attitudes Towards Care Homes (Biology, Medicine and Health) at University of Manchester University of Manchester in United Kingdom

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PhD

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Sociology

Funding

Fully funded four-year studentship covering tuition fees, an annual stipend at the UKRI rate, a £5,000 per annum Research Training Support Grant (RTSG), and a £1,000 contribution towards postgraduate research travel costs. Candidates must cover relocation and associated costs (e.g., visa, health surcharges).

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The University of Manchester

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Sociology
Psychology
Medicine
Biology
Health Science
Scale Development
English Language
Human Health
Doctoral Studies
International Cooperation
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About this position

The University of Manchester is offering fully funded International Partnership PhD studentships in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. One highlighted project focuses on developing and validating the ‘ATTACH’ scale to measure attitudes towards care homes in the UK and Austria, including an international placement. The programme is designed to provide global research experience, with students spending time at Manchester and a partner institution.

Funding covers tuition, a UKRI-rate stipend, research support, and travel costs, though relocation and visa expenses are not included. Applicants must have at least an Upper Second class UK honours degree or equivalent in a relevant field, and international candidates must meet English language requirements. The application process involves identifying a project, contacting the supervisor, preparing supporting documents, and submitting an online application. The deadline for applications is 6 December 2025, with the studentship beginning in October 2026.

For more information, visit the University of Manchester website or contact the Doctoral Academy.

Funding details

Fully funded four-year studentship covering tuition fees, an annual stipend at the UKRI rate, a £5,000 per annum Research Training Support Grant (RTSG), and a £1,000 contribution towards postgraduate research travel costs. Candidates must cover relocation and associated costs (e.g., visa, health surcharges).

What's required

Applicants must hold, or be about to obtain, a minimum Upper Second class UK honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area. Many applicants also hold a Masters-level qualification. International applicants must meet academic eligibility and English language requirements. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds, and diversity is encouraged.

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