Wales Graduate School for the Social Sciences (WGSSS) – General Studentships 2025

Bangor University are delighted to offer fully funded Wales Graduate School for the Social Sciences (WGSSS) (ESRC DTP) studentships starting in October 2025 in the following pathway subject areas.

1. Bilingualism/Linguistics
2. Psychology
3. Sport and Exercise Science
4. Criminology and Law
5. Sociology/Science and Technology Studies
6. Data Science, Health and Wellbeing
7. Education
8. Social Work, Social Care, and Social Policy
9. Economics
10. Management and Business
11. Environmental Planning

Duration of study: 

The duration of study varies from 3.5 to 4.5 years full time (or part time equivalent). 

The duration study is dependent on prior research experience and training needs of the student which will be assessed by completing a Development Needs Analysis. We welcome applications for both full and part-time study. 

Research in practice placement: 

All WGSSS funded students are required to complete a funded Research in Practice placement of 3-months in total (or part-time equivalent). All students will have the opportunity to complete a placement in academia, policy, business or civil society organisations. 

Duration of study:

·       Entry Criteria: 

·       To receive WGSSS studentship funding, you must have qualifications or experience equivalent to an UK honours degree at a first or upper second-class level, or a masters. Students with non-traditional academic backgrounds are also welcome to apply. 

·       International Eligibility: 

·       WGSSS studentships are available to home and international students. Up to 30% of our cohort can comprise international students. International students will not be charged the fee difference between the UK and international rate. Applicants should satisfy the UKRI eligibility requirements. 

·       Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

·       WGSSS is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome applications from all members of the global community irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation. 

Assessment: 

Short-listed applicants will be invited to interview. As part of the interview process, applicants will be asked to give a short presentation and answer a series of panel questions. 

How to apply: 

Applications should be received no later than 11/12/24 including all required documents. Due to the volume of applications received, incomplete applications will not be considered. 

All applications and accompanying questions should be submitted using the following links (please use the correct email address for the pathway being submitted to:

Bilingualism/Linguistics – bilingwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Psychology – psychwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Sport and Exercise Science –     spexwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Criminology and Law – crimwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Sociology/Science and Technology Studies – socwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Data Science, Health and Wellbeing -dshwbwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Education eduwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Social Work, Social Care, and Social Policy – socialworkwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Economics econwgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Management and Business businesswgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Environmental Planning envirowgsss@bangor.ac.uk

Please include the following documents with your application: 

• WGSSS Application Form
• Academic CV (two pages maximum)
• 2 academic or professional references (candidates must approach referees themselves and include references with their application. The reference must detail the applicant’s research strengths).
• Degree certificates and Transcripts (including translations if applicable)
• If relevant, proof of English Language Competency (see institutional requirements for entry)

 

Funding: 

The studentship funded by the ESRC covers tuition fees, an annual tax-free living stipend of in line with UKRI minimum rates (currently £19,237) and includes access to a Research Training Support Grant. 

If you have a disability, you may be entitled to a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) on top of your studentship.