The Education Development Trust Tim Morris Award is back for the 2024/2025 academic year, providing a valuable opportunity for PhD students engaged in research related to education, careers, and employability. This prestigious award offers £2,000 in financial support to assist students conducting field research in low- or lower-middle-income countries. Whether your research focuses on general education or the transitions from school to work, this funding can make a significant impact on your ability to carry out fieldwork and contribute to meaningful education outcomes worldwide.
What is the Tim Morris Award?
The Tim Morris Award is a prestigious scholarship designed to support PhD students who are researching important areas within education, with a particular focus on careers & employability and transitions from school to work. This includes research that aims to enhance understanding of education systems, career pathways, and the challenges and opportunities young people face as they transition into the workforce.
The award, named in memory of Tim Morris, a leading advocate for education development and social mobility, aims to continue his legacy by supporting students who are working to improve educational outcomes and opportunities for youth in low- and lower-middle-income countries.
Key Details of the Award
- Award Amount: £2,000
- Purpose: To support PhD students’ field research in low- or lower-middle-income countries.
- Eligibility: PhD students researching topics related to general education, careers & employability, and transitions from school to work.
- Research Focus: The award is open to research in various fields, including education systems, career pathways, and social mobility, with a focus on countries that face unique educational challenges.
Who Can Apply?
The Tim Morris Award is open to PhD students who are conducting field research in low- or lower-middle-income countries. Eligible students should be studying in the fields of general education or careers and employability, with an emphasis on understanding and improving the transition from school to work.
The research should aim to address key challenges in education systems and career development in these regions, with the ultimate goal of creating sustainable, long-term improvements to educational practices and outcomes.
How Will the Award Benefit You?
Winning the Tim Morris Award provides more than just financial support—it offers an opportunity to gain access to a network of experts and researchers in the field of education development. The £2,000 funding can help cover essential field research costs, including travel, accommodation, and data collection expenses, enabling you to carry out impactful research that contributes to global educational and career development.
In addition to financial support, the award helps elevate the profile of your research, offering a platform to share your findings with a wider audience interested in education and social mobility.
How to Apply
Applying for the Tim Morris Award is easy.
To check your eligibility and submit an application, visit the official application page on the Education Development Trust website. The application process is straightforward, but it’s essential to meet all eligibility criteria and provide the necessary supporting documentation to ensure your application is considered.
To apply, visit the Education Development Trust Tim Morris Award Application Page for full details and eligibility criteria. The application window is open now, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible!
