This project looks at the explanations of Northern Irish nationalism in the post-Brexit context. The articulation of nationalism by politicians and commentators, for instance, tends to stress the radicalizing impact of Brexit; yet opinion polls consistently emphasize that large portions of the nationalist population remain relatively content with the constitutional status quo.
This project seeks to map the under-currents within contemporary Northern Irish nationalism at a historical crossroads that include an energized anti-partitionist movement and a quarter century of peace. the project specifically asks ‘How, in a transitional moment, is Northern Irish nationalist discourse using historical tropes and ideas to articulate identity?’ Eschewing definitional debates in favour of political rhetoric, the project aims to harness these historical understandings in a new and broad conceptualization of Northern nationalism.
Desirable applicant criteria - A Masters’ degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience.
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study.
We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction.
In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities.
Appointment will be made on merit.
The University offers the following levels of support:
The following scholarship options are available to applicants worldwide:
These scholarships will cover full-time PhD tuition fees for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance) and will provide a £900 per annum research training support grant (RTSG) to help support the PhD researcher.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Please note: you will automatically be entered into the competition for the Full Award, unless you state otherwise in your application.
The scholarship will cover tuition fees at the Home rate and a maintenance allowance of £19,237 (tbc) per annum for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance).
This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
Due consideration should be given to financing your studies. Further information on cost of living
Richard English, Irish Freedom: The History of Nationalism in Ireland (Dublin: Pan Macmillan, 2007)
Orlando Figes, The Story of Russia (London: Bloomsbury, 2022)
Eric Hobsbawm, On History (London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1997)
Jennifer Todd, Identity Change After Conflict (Palgrave, 2018)
Submission deadline
Monday 27 February 2023
04:00PM
Interview Date
provisionally week of 17 April 2023
Preferred student start date
18 September 2023
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