The SOAS University of London is offering the Leverhulme Research Leadership PhD Studentships in Mapping Sumatra’s Manuscript Cultures. The University is accepting applications for the academic session 2022-2023.
This studentship is open to new overseas students only. The proposed PhD research must be focused on an intensive analysis of material from at least one of the case studies named above and must contribute to the project’s overall aims.
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Application Deadline: Scholarship applications must be received no later than 23:59 (GMT) on 30 April 2022.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: SOAS University of London
- Department: NA
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Tuition fees
- Number of Awards: 2
- Access Mode: Online
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in the UK
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: All nationalities
- Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree in Mapping Sumatra’s Manuscript Cultures offered by the University
- Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
- A good Master’s-level degree (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject.
- Advanced proficiency in Malay/Indonesian (other relevant languages, including Arabic, Acehnese, Minangkabau, or Javanese are welcome in addition);
- Experience and expertise working with archive material, especially Jawi manuscripts, and in digital humanities approaches to archives, or a willingness to expand your skills in these areas;
- A willingness to work as part of the larger research team and to contribute to the overall aims of the project
How to Apply
- How to Apply: To be considered for the grant, students have to take admission to the PhD degree at SOAS University of London. After being enrolled, they should download the online scholarship application form.
- Supporting Documents: A complete application for admission includes academic transcripts and degree certificates, an explanation of the grading system for any degrees obtained outside of the UK, two academic references, a CV, a coherent research proposal of 2000 words, and a supporting statement.
- Admission Requirements: The assessment of your application will be based on the information in your online application for admission. Selectors will be looking at your degree results and academic references, personal statement, research proposal, and other relevant information.
- Language Requirement: It also aims to consider Islamic manuscripts, predominantly in Arabic, alongside literary manuscripts, predominantly in vernacular South East Asian English languages such as Malay, Javanese, and Acehnese, as part of shared writing culture.
Benefits
SOAS University of London will provide the tuition fees and living costs and is paid for three years to the deserving students.
