Preliminary Application for PhD Study

Preliminary Application for PhD Study

Centre for Research and Global Partnerships
This form is for applying to Queen's PhD programme. This form requests details about you including your research proposal and referee information.

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PART 1: Personal Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
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Gender
Title*
Permanent Address*

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Country of Birth*
Nationality*
Phone Number*
Email*
example@example.com
Passport Number if non-EU:

Course
Mode of study*

Full-Time (4-6 years)Part-Time (6-8 years)
Will you be studying from outside the UK?*

YesNo
'Split Site' is an option that allows students outside the UK to visit Queen's for less than 6 months within an academic year. Is this something you would be interested to?*

YesNo
How will you Pay your Tuition Fee?*
Please Provide Confirmation of Sponsorship
Proposed Start Date*

DayMonthYear
Day-Month-Year
How did you find out about research opportunities at The Queen's Foundation?*
Why are you applying to Queen's, in particular?*

PART 2: Qualifications and Experience, Skills and Competencies

Please give details of Higher Education qualifications. You may also note any qualifications you anticipate to receive, with the expected date of completion.*

	Institution	Qualification	Main Subject(s)	Classification of Award	Date of Award
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Please enclose an official copy, or English translation, of the award certificate and transcript with your application, along with any official explanation / translation which will help us to judge its equivalence to UK qualifications (if applicable). You will be able to attach these at the end of this form, or post to the address provided.
Please note any additional skills and competencies that are relevant to your application (for example competency in biblical languages, historical or other research skills)*
If you are hoping to study as a distance/ split site research student (i.e. from your home context) please outline the local library and computer resources that you intend to make use of in your studies:
In the case of a distance research student, Queen’s will wish to appoint a local mentor for the student; someone who has knowledge of doing a research degree of the type being applied for. Please give information and contact details below if there is someone locally who you think might be able to fulfil this role.
DBS Clearance Status ( UK Applicants only). Do you have DBS Clearance?

YesNo
English Language Qualification: If English is not your first language, or the language in which your higher education was conducted, please provide evidence of your proficiency in English. Entry requirements for a Research Degree are:

· British Council/UCLES IELTS 7.0 overall (at least 6.0 in writing)

· TOEFL (paper based test 600, computer based test 250, internet based test 100)

Please provide evidence below, and enclose a copy of your certificate at the end of this form:

	Scheme (TOEFL/ IELTS)	Overall Score	Score for Individual Components (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking)	Date of Qualification
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PART 3: Referees
Please give the name, address and position of two academic ot professional referees, at least one of whom must be able to comment on your academic work.

Referee 1:
Name*
Role/ Designation ( e.g. tutor)*
Institution Name*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Referee 2:
Name*
Role/ Designation ( e.g. tutor)*
Institution Name*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*

PART 4: Further Access Needs
If you have a disability, or specific needs, we welcome your application to The Queen’s Foundation.

You are invited to use this section to highlight any special requirements you might have which you feel should be discussed in interview.

Please also indicate if there are any special requirements which we need to take into account if an interview is arranged (e.g. relating to physical access to interview room, provisions for an online interview etc.).
Special Requirements
If you require this form in an alternative format, please contact us on 0121 454 1527.

PART 5: Research Proposal
Please use this space to provide a brief summary of your proposed research project, limited to 1500 words (excluding bibliography).

This should include:
1. Description*
A brief description of the issue that the research project will investigate (max. 300 words)
2. Research question and sub questions*
The main research question (only one and to be formulated in max. 100 words) and the leading sub questions.
3. Significance*
The significance of the research project for the chosen (sub)discipline and for theology and religious studies in general (max. 100 words)
4. Research Context*
Describe the context out of which your research arises and to which it is addressed – this could include social/cultural/religious context as well as the context of existing literature (max. 500 words).
5. Method*
The method to be used (100-500 words, depending on type of research)
6. Bibliography*
A provisional bibliography of the most relevant literature (max. 500 words)

Declaration
I consent to the Queen’s Foundation’s use of my personal data, including sensitive data, to allow the Foundation to fulfill its administrative obligations and to process my application. The Foundation shall duly observe its obligations under the General Data Protection Regulations and any resulting legislation which arise from this application. (Specific policies for The Queen's Foundation can be found at: www.queens.ac.uk)

The information I provide on the application form will be used for the following purposes, to:
- determine my eligibility for entry to the Queen’s Foundation.
- provide me with relevant information to assist me in joining the Foundation (including information about Open Days, fees, enrollment and induction, my course, the Foundation's facilities, visa and travel advice
- enable the Foundation to compile statistical reports
- enable the Foundation to initiate my student record
I consent to the Foundation sharing relevant parts of this information to:
- the relevant government departments. This includes: Higher Education Statistical Agency, UK Visas and Immigration, Office for Fair Access and the Office for Students, Student Loan Company, Department for Education
- bodies which are responsible for professional accreditation of my course, if applicable the Police or other authority in relation to crime prevention or investigation, or in association with the Government's Prevent agenda
- ENIC (in order to establish the equivalent level and verify a qualification if applicable)
- validating Universities (if applicable)
- my sponsor (if any) in order to confirm sponsorship and invoice for payment of fees
- my referees, if necessary
If I do not register as a student of the Queen’s Foundation, the Foundation will retain my personal information for the rest of the academic year for which I have applied plus one further academic year. Anonymised data about my application will be retained for at least 7 years as required for audit purposes by the Office for Students.

If I do register, my data will be managed as per the student agreement which I will sign upon registration.

I declare that, if admitted, I shall conform to all the Rules and Regulations of the Foundation. I understand that the submission of any misleading information during the admissions process could lead to the immediate cancellation of my application and the withdrawal of any offer made. If I register as a student of the Queen’s Foundation, I hereby undertake to pay, as and when due, all Foundation fees. I grant permission to the Foundation to request information pertaining to my current or previous visa status (if applicable) in the UK from the Home Office.

I hereby certify that the above information is correct and complete, and I wish to apply for admission as a student of the Foundation.
Signature*

Clear
Date*

DayMonthYear
Day-Month-Year
Along with this application, please ensure you attach:

- One form of ID.

- Copies of all higher education degree certificates and transcripts.

- A copy of your Master's dissertation.

- A copy of your English language certificate (if applicable)

- Confirmation of sponsorship (if applicable).

- A full CV.

If the total size of your files exceed the upload section below, please email attachments to research@queens.ac.uk
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