Education: ESRC Welsh Graduate School for the Social Sciences (WGSSS)

Funding Providers: ESRC Welsh Graduate School for the Social Sciences (WGSSS)

ESRC WGSSS 50%; Swansea University 50% 

Subject Area: Education

Project Start Dates: October 2027

** (Please see the note below regarding potential later start dates.)

**In exceptional circumstances, and subject to the discretion of the University and/or the relevant funding body, a deferral of offer may be granted to the next available enrolment period. Such deferral will typically not exceed a duration of three calendar months from the originally stipulated commencement date. Please note that only one deferral may be considered, and any such deferral is not guaranteed.

Supervisors:

This studentship is an ‘open’ award. Applicants must approach a potential supervisor prior to submitting an application. This is to confirm that there is appropriate supervisory capacity within the University and to discuss their draft application of which the supervisor must complete a section. Information on the research interests of our staff can be found on the Swansea University webpages. Short descriptions of each accredited pathway are available on the ESRC WGSSS website. The Swansea-based representative for the pathway, Dr Jane Gatley, [email protected], might be able to advise you.

Aligned programme of study: Education pathway, PhD WGSSS DTP

Mode of study:

Full or part-time study is possible. Please note that full-time ESRC WGSSS studentship award holders cannot hold either a full-time job, permanent part-time job or temporary role for an extended period, during the period of their award. Part-time ESRC WGSSS studentship award holders cannot hold a full-time job.

Place of study:

·        Swansea University (Singleton Campus)

·        Swansea University (Bay Campus)

Project description:

At Swansea University, our Department of Education and Childhood includes a diverse spectrum of substantive and methodological expertise. Our department specialises in various domains, encompassing the realms of: 

• Socioeconomic inequalities in education 

• Care-leavers and estranged students  

• Parental engagement and involvement  

• Education leadership and management 

• Technology and digital influence on education 

• Children's voices and participation  

• Curriculum and policy 

• Additional learning needs 

• Animals in education 

• Philosophical underpinnings of educational theory and practice 

Our staff are experts in a wide range of research methodologies, including advanced quantitative methods, participatory action research, innovative creative methodologies, and robust qualitative research techniques. 

The Department of Education and Childhood at Swansea University welcomes applicants who are eager to embark on distinctive and pioneering projects with the potential to generate real-world impact. We are open to applicants from different backgrounds, particularly those who have practitioner experience in education.