Call for Applications

Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK

Application Deadline: May 4, 2018

Applications are invited for THREE full-time scholarships for the MA Islam in Contemporary Britain for the academic year 2018/19.

Eligibility criteria for the MA scholarships

• A first class or very high upper-second class honors degree in a relevant subject (Religious Studies, Islamic Studies, Social Sciences, Philosophy or History) from a UK university

• Full awards are open only to UK and EU nationals who satisfy UK residency requirements

• Priority will be given to candidates with a demonstrable record of interest in, and/or enthusiasm for, working with British Muslims

• Willingness to attend all Islam-UK Centre activities and events (e.g. Spring Semester Public Lecture Series) and to undertake some voluntary work with local Muslim communities in South Wales

Each MA scholarship will comprise:

• Full-time Cardiff University MA fees for 2018/19
• Stipend of approximately £15000
• Research allowance £1000 (books/conferences etc.)

To apply for an MA scholarship visit: sites.cardiff.ac.uk/islamukcentre/ma-jameel-scholarships/