Funded PhD Opportunity at University of Glasgow
* Organisation: University of Glasgow — College of Social Sciences
Job Fields and Important Details
Position: PhD Researcher (POLART Project)
Organisation: University of Glasgow — College of Social Sciences
Country: United Kingdom
City: Glasgow
No of Vacancies: Not Applicable
Project Name: POLART: Art and Policy in the Global Contemporary
Skills and Qualifications
* Good Master's degree (or equivalent)
* Interest in public policy, art, urban festivals, or related interdisciplinary fields
* Eligibility to meet Urban Studies PhD entry requirements
* Ability to study full-time or part-time
* Academic/research interest; professional experience not mandatory
Salary and Funding
* Full tuition fees (home or international rate)
* Annual stipend at UKRI standard rate
* Research Training Support Grant of up to £940 per year
The University of Glasgow’s Social and Urban Policy group, within the College of Social Sciences, is internationally recognized for research on urban governance, policy innovation, and social change. The POLART project explores the relationship between art practices and public policy, contributing to community-engaged policy knowledge.
Job Description
The successful applicant will undertake a funded PhD investigating how urban art festivals can serve as spaces for political and policy engagement. Using qualitative and interdisciplinary methods, the research will analyze the intersection of contemporary art with public policy formation and cultural governance, potentially focusing on Scotland. The PhD is part of the European Research Council-funded POLART project and aims to contribute to knowledge at the intersections of public policy, arts, and urban society.
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