PhD Assistantships in Sports Science

Department of Physical Education, Sport & Leisure Studies
The University of Edinburgh

Support for study towards a PhD in Sport Science in the area of ‘Learn to
Swim’ – To commence October, 2003.

The University of Edinburgh is seeking two researchers in the area of
‘Learn to Swim’. Each of the successful applicants will pursue a PhD in
that area of study.

Support to the value of £6,165 per year will be provided to conduct the
research. As part of their duties the successful applicant will be
expected to work 6 hours for a private learn to swim company (Swimming
Nature Limited). Support would increase to a maximum of £9,040 if working
an extra 5 hours per week for Swimming Nature Limited outside of normal
university hours. The local component of fees will also be covered for a
period of three years (subject to satisfactory progress). For applicants
from the European Union this represents full coverage of fees. Some
assistance may also be available to facilitate attendance at conferences
and other professional development activities.

Applicants should normally have, or be about to obtain, a 1st class or 2.1
honours degree or masters in a relevant discipline. The department will
consider applicants whose first degrees are in a variety of subjects, as
long as these provide a background appropriate to the proposed research
topic in the area of ‘learn to swim’.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Ross Sanders on +44 131
651 6580 or r.sanders@...

An application form, can be obtained from: Mrs Lisa Brannan, College of
Humanities & Social Science, Postgraduate Office, David Hume Tower, George
Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9JX, telephone: +44 131 650 3576.



Ross Sanders PhD
Chair of Sports Science
Department of Physical Education Sport and Leisure Studies
Moray House Institute of Education
The University of Edinburgh
St Leonard's Land
Holyrood Road
Edinburgh EH8 8AQ

Editor, Sports Biomechanics
Director, ISBS Coaches' Information Service

Email r.sanders@...
Telephone (+44) 131 651 6580 (direct) or 651 6520
Mobile: 07816508098
Fax (+44) 131 651 6521

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