The University of Cambridge's School of Arts and Humanities invites applications for an AHRC CDA doctoral studentship proposed by the Open-Oxford-Cambridge AHRC Doctoral Training Partnership. Commencing in October 2024, this opportunity is open for candidates until December 5. Applications can be submitted through the official website at jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/43145/.

Position Overview

Situated within the Theoretical and Applied Linguistics Section in the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Language and Linguistics, this studentship is part of a collaborative initiative led by Professor Ianthi Tsimpli (University of Cambridge), Amy Lightfoot (British Council UK), and Dr Debanjan Chakrabarti (British Council India).

The selected candidate will pioneer original research aimed at understanding and destigmatizing the usage of multiple languages within classrooms of linguistically diverse societies in the Global South.

Financial Support

Annual maintenance grant covering living expenses: £18,622 stipend + £550 CDA allowance per annum (current rates)

University tuition fees at the home fee level

Additional Funding:

Dedicated funding allocated for fieldwork research at the British Council in India

For International Applicants:

University of Cambridge offers internal co-funding to bridge the fee gap between home and overseas fee rates.

This collaborative initiative, led by esteemed professionals, aims to push boundaries in understanding and destigmatizing the use of multiple languages within classroom settings. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and cultural inclusivity, this scholarship paves the way for impactful research and meaningful contributions to linguistics.

Apply now to be part of a transformative journey in advancing language studies and societal understanding.

Link to apply- https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/43145/