ONEPlanet Studentships at Newcastle University 2024-25

The ONE Planet Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) offers a unique opportunity for aspiring researchers to pursue a PhD in an innovative and supportive cohort-based environment. The partnership, funded by the Natural and Environmental Research Council (NERC), is a collaboration between Newcastle and Northumbria Universities, both located within the vibrant City of Newcastle upon Tyne. This proximity fosters a strong, cohesive doctoral community that encourages transdisciplinary responses to global challenges.

Approach

• At the heart of the ONE Planet DTP is a commitment to developing independent researchers and future leaders in the field of environmental and natural sciences.
• The program encourages transdisciplinary solutions to address global change, while ensuring that doctoral researchers receive a comprehensive and supportive training experience.
• The partnership is deeply committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that all activities, from recruitment to training, are inclusive and welcoming.

Eligibility and Structure

• The ONE Planet DTP offers a clearly defined PhD pathway for students, featuring fixed milestones such as induction, training assessments, research proposal development, and annual progress reviews.
• The doctoral researchers are guided through a cohort-based training programme, which is flexible and tailored to each individual’s development needs, ensuring a path to success in their academic journey.

Community and Support

• The ONE Planet DTP aims to create an open and supportive research community where doctoral researchers work collaboratively across disciplines.
• The training program emphasizes a cohort approach, fostering connections and offering a structured yet flexible route to completing a PhD.
• Researchers are supported in their development by mentors, peers, and external partners, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.