EM-SLAM PhD Studentship 2026
Fully Funded PhD Opportunity in the United Kingdom
East Midlands Sustainable Living and Mental Wellbeing (EM-SLAM) Programme
Partner Universities:
• Loughborough University
• De Montfort University
• University of Leicester
• Nottingham Trent University
Funded by:
• Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Program Location
• East Midlands, UK
(Loughborough, Leicester, and Nottingham)
The EM-SLAM PhD Studentship 2026 is a fully funded doctoral programme in the United Kingdom focusing on the intersection of sustainable living, climate change, and mental wellbeing.
The programme is designed to train the next generation of researchers who will explore how environmental challenges—such as climate change and ecological crises—affect human wellbeing, communities, and social systems.
Through interdisciplinary research across the arts, humanities, and social sciences, doctoral candidates will investigate topics such as climate anxiety, environmental storytelling, sustainable communities, and the psychological impacts of environmental change.
The programme is delivered collaboratively by leading universities in the East Midlands region and supported by the UK’s Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).
Successful applicants will join a dynamic cohort of doctoral researchers, receive advanced research training, and engage with community partners, policymakers, and cultural organizations to create research that supports sustainable futures and improved mental wellbeing.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in climate, society, sustainability, and mental health research within an interdisciplinary academic environment.
Eligibility Criteria
• Open to UK and international applicants
• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic performance (typically equivalent to UK 2:1 or above)
• A relevant Master’s degree is usually preferred
• Academic background in arts, humanities, social sciences, or related interdisciplinary fields
• Strong research interest in sustainability, climate change, or mental wellbeing
• Must meet English language requirements of the host university (if applicable)
Program Benefits
Funding package includes:
• Full tuition fee coverage
• Annual tax-free stipend (~£20,780 per year) following UKRI rates
• Funding for up to 4 years of doctoral study
• Research training and development support
• Funding for conferences, fieldwork, and research activities
• Opportunities for professional placements with partner organizations
• Access to leading researchers and interdisciplinary collaboration
Program Level
• Doctoral Degree (PhD)
Field of Study
• Environmental Humanities
• Climate and Society Studies
• Sustainability Studies
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• Social Sciences
• Cultural Studies
• Community and Environmental Research
• Interdisciplinary Arts and Humanities Research
31 maart 2026