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White Rose Social Sciences

White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership Studentships 2021/22

Nominations are now open for White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership (WRDTP) Studentships commencing in October 2021. If you are interested in studying for a PhD in Human Communication Sciences, you are eligible for nomination by your supervisor to the WRDTP Studentships.

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