PhD Scholarship for International Students at University of Susintercourse in UK, 2014

Started by scholarman, Nov 26, 2013, 07:31 PM

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University of Susintercourse is offering PhD scholarship for Europe (Non-UK) and international (Non-UK/EU) students. Scholarship is awarded for research on Econometric analysis of the economic impact of past sea level rise. Applicants must have a solid background in Economics with at least a good Master's degree (minimum Merit) from a recognised University. Scholarship includes fee waiver plus £15,000 per annum stipend for maximum of three years. Application should be submitted till December 11, 2013.

Study Subject (s): Scholarship is awarded for research on Econometric analysis of the economic impact of past sea level rise. The current project will focus on past sea level rise due to tectonic movements and subsidence. The project will apply econometric methods to estimate the effects of local sea level on a range of economic indicators such as income, investment, migration and taxation.

Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree at University of Susintercourse in UK.

Scholarship Provider: University of Susintercourse, UK

Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: Applicants must have a solid background in Economics with at least a good Master's degree (minimum Merit) from a recognised University.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Europe (Non-UK), international (Non-UK/EU) students can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: Sea level rise is one of the key impacts of climate change. Whereas most of the existing literature has focused on the impact of future sea level rise due to thermal expansion of ocean water and ice melt, the current project will focus on past sea level rise due to tectonic movements and subsidence. The project will apply econometric methods to estimate the effects of local sea level on a range of economic indicators such as income, investment, migration and taxation. The regional focus and historical period will depend on data availability and the candidate's interest but could include the recent past of the USA, the deep past of the UK, or contemporary Bangkok.

Number of award(s): Not Known

Duration of award(s): Scholarship will be offered for maximum of three years.

What does it cover?The scholarships will provide Fee waiver plus £15,000 per annum stipend.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: First choice applicants will be notified by 18 December 2013.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. In addition to complete an on line application, applicants should also provide a research outline explaining how their research interests link with the RISES Project.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is December 11, 2013

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