Are you finishing your degree? Hope to get excellent results?
Do you want to develop mathematics to solve challenging, real-world
problems which can make a difference to business and society?
If so then why not consider applying to the STOR-i Centre for Doctoral
Training.
About STOR-i
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STOR-i, the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistics and Operational
Research in partnership with Industry, is a pioneering 4 year PhD programme
established in 2010. Using industrial challenge as the catalyst for
mathematical
innovation the Centre will develop future international research leaders.
Industrial
partners include AstraZeneca, BT, IBM, Shell and SSE.
For October 2014 entry we have fully-funded studentships available for EU
nationals which include
tuition and a tax-free enhanced maintenance grant of up to £15,726 (based
on 2012-13
figures, subject to meeting eligibility criteria). For those students
working on industrially
related PhDs, this will increase to £18,726 equating to a competitive
graduate salary.
Our cohort-based PhD programme offers a new style of PhD training, which
provides an
opportunity to:
- be part of an exciting new group of researchers;
- co-operate and interact with like-minded peers;
- work directly with leading industry partners;
- open up real potential for rapid career progression;
- make a real scientific and industrial impact with your research.
Places are limited, so if you are interested please apply by sending your
CV and a
cover letter to stor-i@lancaster.ac.uk