Bourse de master du Wellcome Trust

Master’s studentship in Humanities and Social Science


Call for applications


The Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine (CHSTM), University of Manchester, invites expressions of interest and applications for a Master’s studentship in Humanities and Social Science, funded by the Wellcome Trust.


As part of their commitment to building an influential and diverse population of future researchers in humanities and social sciences, the Wellcome Trust have provided CHSTM with a number of studentships for one year of taught study on our MA in History of Science, Technology and Medicine. The studentships cover full-time UK tuition fees for 2024-25, a living allowance and research expenses.


CHSTM is a large, research active group with expertise in medical history and humanities. Competitive applicants will be able to demonstrate a commitment to building a research career in these fields. They will have a clear idea as to their Master’s research project and how this will lead to doctoral study. Potential for synergy with ongoing research at CHSTM would be highly desirable.


Applicants are encouraged to express their interest and discuss potential applications by contacting Dr Duncan Wilson: duncan.wilson@manchester.ac.uk.


Application information and deadlines

Applications should be sent to Dr Wilson at the email address above no later than 3pm on Friday 19th April 2024. Your application should include:


- a brief CV, with details of undergraduate degree held or being undertaken

- details of the research proposed (maximum of two pages), including (a) an outline of a your proposed Master’s-level research project and (b) a short indication of your anticipated doctoral research area

- a letter of support from a current academic sponsor


The successful applicant will be chosen by a committee of research-active University of Manchester staff who work across medical history and humanities.