PhD Studentship: Making Aid Work for Displaced Women: Integrating Islamic Philanthropy and The International Humanitarian System to Improve Outcomes for Women

Call for Applications
College of Social Sciences/School of Government, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
Application Deadline: February 16, 2025
Funding for: UK Students
Funding Amount: £19,237
Hours: Full Time

The University of Birmingham invites applications for a PhD studentship as part of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship project, Making Aid Work for Displaced Women: Integrating Islamic Philanthropy and the International Humanitarian System to Improve Outcomes for Women. This interdisciplinary initiative explores how Islamic philanthropy can enhance humanitarian efforts.

Studentship Details

• Duration: Up to 3.5 years, in collaboration with the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (IFRC and ICRC), focusing on humanitarian policy and displacement.
• Supervision: The doctoral researcher will receive guidance from an interdisciplinary team at the University of Birmingham (Edgbaston and Dubai campuses) and IFRC/ICRC advisors.
• Training & Development: The PhD student will benefit from:
  • Comprehensive methodological and theoretical training.
  • Exposure to diverse social science research methods.
  • Professional skills development, including project management, ethics, and impact assessment.
• Research Environment: The researcher will join the Making Aid Work for Displaced Women team and collaborate with experts across the University of Birmingham and partner institutions.

Application Process

1. University Application:
   • Apply for a PhD at the University of Birmingham through the International Development Department webpage.
   • Submit a research proposal aligned with Making Aid Work for Displaced Women.
2. Scholarship Application:
   • Complete the project application form.
   • Ensure you have an application number from the PhD registration before submitting the form.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Sandra Pertek (s.m.pertek.1@bham.ac.uk) with any project-related or proposal inquiries.

Funding & Eligibility

• The studentship covers a stipend at the UKRI rate (£19,237 for 2024/25, paid in monthly installments) and full Home tuition fees.
• Dedicated project funds are available for fieldwork and academic conferences.
• Eligibility: Applicants must have or expect to obtain at least a 2:1 degree from a UK university (or an equivalent qualification from a non-UK institution) in a relevant field.
• Diversity Encouragement: Applicants from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further details, contact Dr. Sandra Pertek at s.m.pertek.1@bham.ac.uk.

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