University of Portsmouth Scholarships 2025 at Peru, South America
Attention all aspiring foreign student candidates! A groundbreaking opportunity has just been announced for students worldwide, offering full funding for an exciting three-year doctoral program focused on empowering port communities in the Global South.
The program, titled “From Sail to Steam, Carbon to Green”, is a part of the prestigious Centre for Port Cities and Maritime Cultures (PCMC) at the University of Portsmouth, UK, in collaboration with the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUCP). Applications are now open for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to embark on meaningful research starting in February 2025.
This fully funded scholarship at University of Portsmouth Peru will delve into the first phase of the “Sail to Steam, Carbon to Green” project, exploring the profound transformation from sail to steam shipping and how it reshaped communities and infrastructure in international seaports like Callao, Peru. The project’s ambitious aim is to understand the rich history of maritime technological change and how this knowledge can be harnessed to develop green, sustainable solutions for today’s port communities.
Why You Should Apply?
- International Research Experience: The program includes a visiting scholarship in Callao, Peru, allowing you to work directly with local communities and stakeholders.
- Generous Funding: Students will receive a fully funded stipend at the UKRI rate, travel allowances for international research, and a unique community engagement fund to produce impactful responses to historical and current energy transitions.
- Exclusive Access: Gain access to the Lloyd’s Register Foundation’s extensive maritime archive, unlocking invaluable insights into the social and environmental impacts of the fossil fuel-driven maritime industry.
- World-Class Mentorship: Benefit from mentorship from renowned experts like Dr. Rudolph Ng, Dr. Melanie Bassett, and Dr. Karl Bell, along with Professor Jose de la Puente Brunke at PUCP.
Your Responsibilities Would be:
As part of this PhD, you will conduct cross-disciplinary research combining historical analysis with social science data collection. The research will investigate the heritage, local knowledge, and attitudes of the Global South’s coastal communities regarding the transition from sail to steam shipping. Your work will help shape global understanding of how the decarbonization of shipping will affect marginalized coastal communities today, positioning you as a key player in tackling climate change.
What You’ll Gain?
- Training in organizing international workshops, producing educational materials, and disseminating your findings to academic and public audiences.
- The chance to work with leading academics and community groups, forging a direct link between historical research and real-world maritime challenges.
- Insights into how past maritime transitions can inform future shifts to carbon-neutral shipping, with a specific focus on Global South port cities.
Eligibility Requirements
- A strong academic background in History or a related discipline (minimum upper second class or equivalent).
- Fluency in Spanish (speaking and reading) is essential, as you’ll be working in Peru.
- A passion for collaborative work, including co-producing outputs with community groups.
- Willingness to live and work in Portsmouth and Peru during the program.
How to Apply and Deadline?
If you’re ready to embark on this exhilarating journey, make sure you submit your application (https://www.port.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/research-degrees/phd/explore-our-projects/from-sail-to-steam-carbon-to-green-empowering-port-communities-in-the-global-south-peru) by October 7, 2024. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable port communities in the Global South!
