Projects in this area will focus on the experimental investigation of language; how it is acquired by children, processed by typical adults and/or impacted by developmental or acquired language disorders. Projects may investigate linguistic problems in the domains of syntax, semantics or pragmatics or the interfaces between multiple domains.
We welcome projects employing a range of experimental methodologies including both offline behavioural methods and online methods. These can be combined with the use of corpus methods, especially involving CHILDES. Prior experience with experimental methods and/or statistical analysis is preferred, but not required.
In particular we welcome research proposals which have the potential to address both core theoretical and empirical problems using novel methodologies and those involving an element of comparative investigation, either across phenomena or populations. Students are invited to contact potential supervisors for more specific information on appropriate research questions.
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study.
We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction.
In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.
If the University receives a large number of applicants for the project, the following desirable criteria may be applied to shortlist applicants for interview.
The University offers the following levels of support:
The following scholarship options are available to applicants worldwide:
These scholarships will cover full-time PhD tuition fees for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance) and will provide a £900 per annum research training support grant (RTSG) to help support the PhD researcher.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Please note: you will automatically be entered into the competition for the Full Award, unless you state otherwise in your application.
The scholarship will cover tuition fees at the Home rate and a maintenance allowance of £19,000 (tbc) per annum for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance).
This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
Due consideration should be given to financing your studies. Further information on cost of living
Submission deadline
Monday 28 February 2022
12:00AM
Interview Date
Monday 25 April 2022
Preferred student start date
Mid September 2022
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