PhD Studentship: Education: ESRC Welsh Graduate School for the Social SciencesUniversity

At Swansea University, our Department of Education and Childhood includes a diverse spectrum of substantive and methodological expertise. Our department specialises in various domains, encompassing the realms of:

Socioeconomic inequalities in education

Care-leavers and estranged students

Parental engagement and involvement

Education leadership and management

Technology and digital influence on education

Children's voices and participation

Curriculum and policy

Additional learning needs

Animals in education

Philosophical underpinnings of educational theory and practice

Our staff are experts in a wide range of research methodologies, including advanced quantitative methods, participatory action research, innovative creative methodologies, and robust qualitative research techniques.

The Department of Education and Childhood at Swansea University welcomes applicants who are eager to embark on distinctive and pioneering projects with the potential to generate real-world impact. We are open to applicants from different backgrounds, particularly those who have practitioner experience in education.

Funding Details

The studentship funded by the ESRC covers tuition fees and an annual tax-free living stipend in line with UKRI minimum rates (currently £21,805 for 2026/27).