1

Contents
Introduction from Professor Martin Stringer, Pro-Vice Chancellor – Academic…… page 3
1. ESRC Wales DTP: Swansea University structure…… page 4

2. A Collaborative Studentship…… page 5

3. Timeline of the Collaborative Call……page 7

4. Process of the Collaborative Call……page 8

5. Collaborating with non-academic partners……page 9

6. Contact details……page 13

Appendix A: Template Letter of Support……page 15

Appendix B: Examples of In-Kind Support……page 16

Appendix C: Application Form……page 17

2
Introduction from the Pro-Vice Chancellor – Academic,
Swansea University
The ESRC Wales Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) (which brings together the
universities of Aberystwyth, Bangor, Cardiff, Cardiff Metropolitan, Gloucestershire and
Swansea) was established in 2017 to train top-level social scientists across Wales and
England on a range of issues affecting society today.
Swansea University’s contribution to the ESRC Wales DTP has been significant, with
successful applications to previous collaborative calls resulting in a range of rich and diverse
studentships working with, for example, the Welsh Government, NSPCC Cymru and
Ordnance Survey.
It is vital that we continue to strengthen our involvement in this partnership programme. The
ESRC Wales DTP provides a cohesive focus for Swansea University’s excellent social
sciences research environment, it enables interdisciplinary collaboration across our
University and it acts as an important platform to broker new collaborations with academic
and non-academic partners.
As you know, the DTP admits students in two cycles: a General Call, where students
propose their own research projects; and a Collaborative Call, where academics partner with
public, private and Third sector organisations to develop a collaborative studentship
proposal.

The Collaborative Call asks prospective academic supervisors to seek a 50% match-funding
commitment for each studentship, to match the 50% funding provided by the ESRC. In
straitened economic times, it is important to ensure that we are clear about the requirements
of this collaborative call. It is only when we are satisfied that this requirement has been met
that Schools and Colleges within the university will be asked to meet this match-funding
cost.
We understand that this requirement can be a challenge in a climate where many other
organisations face similar financial challenges, so we have created detailed guidance on
how to seek this match-funding contribution and resources and templates that you can use
when approaching non-academic partners. Through this guide, we hope to provide support
and advice to give you the best possible prospect of being successful in your application to
the collaborative call.
Swansea University has also further invested in the Postgraduate Research Office in order
to expand its team and provide more on-the-ground support to assist you in putting together
your applications, liaising with ESRC Wales DTP students and providing a robust feedback
route to the DTP’s administrative centre in Cardiff University.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to initiate interdisciplinary research with new and
existing partners and strengthen postgraduate research at Swansea University, and we look
forward to supporting you with your applications.
Professor Martin Stringer, Pro-Vice Chancellor – Academic,
Swansea University

3
 = Swansea University is the
principal institution for pathway

= Swansea University is a 1. ESRC Wales DTP: Swansea University structure

secondary member of pathway

= Swansea University is not

involved with this pathway Data Science, Digital
Bilingualism Criminology Health and Economy Economics
ESRC Wales DTP structure Wellbeing and Society
The ESRC Wales DTP is organised by 20
Lead: Lead: Convener: Convener: Lead:
discipline pathways, which may be Prof David Blackaby
Prof James Milton Dr Caroline Jones Prof Kerina Jones Dr Matthew Roach
delivered through one or more member COAH Law Medicine Science Management
universities. The DTP designates a
principal institution and academic as Global
Empirical
Convener for each pathway. The Environmental Language Human
Education Studies in
secondary institutions who deliver the Planning Based Area Geography
Law
pathway appoint local Pathway Leads. Studies

Pathway Convener Convener (interim):

Lead: Dr Angharad Closs
Dr Caroline Jones Stephens
A Pathway Convener is the central ESRC Law Science
Wales DTP contact for their pathway and
is the principal representative in terms of Journalism Management Politics and
management and delivery of the pathway. and Linguistics and International Psychology
The Convener attends Convener group Democracy Business Relations
meetings and has responsibility for setting
pathway selection deadlines for calls. The Lead: Leads:Professor Mike Williams Lead (interim):
Pathway Convener also doubles up as the Prof Nuria Lorenzo-Dus Dr Laurie Hughes Dr Hayley Young
COAH Management Human and Health
local, institutional lead for their university
with responsibility for communicating Science and Social Work Sport and
internal deadlines and disseminating Technology Social Policy and Social Sociology Exercise
information. Studies Science
Care
Pathway Lead
Lead (interim):
A Pathway Lead acts as local lead for the Dr Andrew Bloodworth
Swansea University Institutional Lead
pathway for their university, with Engineering
responsibility for communicating internal The institutional representative who sits on the ESRC Wales DTP Management Group and is the
deadlines and disseminating information. academic institutional lead for all Swansea-based pathway leads and convenors. The institutional
They have a secondary role in the lead also participates in strategic meetings with the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Academic) and PGR Office.
management
4 of the pathway, but overall
Current: Professor Dave Clarke
decisions will be made by the central
Pathway Convener with whom they need Interim: Dr Caroline Jones (start of Summer 2019 - second semester in the academic year
to liaise closely. 2019/20)
 2. A collaborative studentship
2.1 What is a collaborative studentship?
A collaborative studentship is a PhD project which is co-created with a non-academic
partner.
The ESRC states that non-academic partners can be private sector companies, public sector
bodies or voluntary organisations. All collaborating partners should normally have an
operating base within the UK in order to ensure that the student can be practically supported
and supervised as well as being based within the organisation for part of the studentship.
Although collaborating partners should normally have an operating base in the UK, it is at
the DTP’s discretion to set up overseas collaborations where there are appropriate
measures in place for the organisation to support and supervise the student over the course
of the studentship. Please notify the PGR Office in the first instance if alternative
arrangements need to be considered.
2.2 The structure of an ESRC Wales DTP studentship
All ESRC Wales DTP studentships are 100% fully funded from the student’s perspective.
They are available as either a 1+3, +3 or (1)+1+2 awards dependent on the needs of the
successful candidate.

 1+3 awards: Funding is provided for a student to complete a research training

master’s degree (one year) and then study a PhD (three years).
 +3 awards: Funding is provided for a start to start a PhD directly. This type of award
is available only for students who have achieved a level of research training that
meets ESRC requirements for broad-based social science training outcomes as
outlined in the ESRC Postgraduate Training and Development Guidelines (p.4).
 (1)+1+2 awards: Funding is provided for the student to complete a second year’s
research training and then move on to a shorter 2 year PhD. This studentship model
currently applies to the Economics pathway only.

You should consider even at an early stage how you will make the decision on which award
model is most suitable for the studentship candidate. The ESRC has provided guidance (p4)
on the on the training outcomes they would expect candidates to meet before they can
proceed to a +3 award.

Decisions made by Swansea University on awards have been challenged in previous

Collaborative Call cycles, so it is very important that the award is considered carefully in
reference to the ESRC guidelines. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact
Swansea University PGR Office who can provide support and guidance.

For most Swansea University Schools / Colleges it is their preference that the first supervisor
is based within the department, and for some it is a mandatory requirement. However, cross-
disciplinary working is encouraged and second and third supervisors can be based in other
Schools and Colleges. Please speak to your local PGR Director and administrators for more
information on their requirements.

2.3 The structure of a studentship proposal

The application form for the Collaborative Call asks that you provide information including:

 Title of research project

 Main supervisor

5
  Match funding arrangements
 Ways in which the proposal is collaborative
 Ways in which the proposal is interdisciplinary (if designed to be so)
 Whether the project has a ‘Wales focus’
 The fit of the project with pathway development and / or institutional strategy
Even at an early stage, it is worth considering the following elements which would need to be
delivered in collaborative studentship with support from the PGR Office.

 the description of the research project(s)

 the arrangements for joint supervision
 the arrangements for seeking ethical approval and for agreements on intellectual
property arising from the research
 the means of identifying an appropriate student. (Please note: prospective students
must have, or expect to have, at least a 2:1 from their first degree, and conform to
ESRC’s rules around eligibility for funding)
 the outcomes / legacy of the studentship.
(Source: ESRC)

6
 3. Timeline of the Collaborative Call
Date Action
July 2019 Call is released. The call documents together with this internal guidance
document will be circulated to all Heads of Colleges and Schools,
pathways leads and conveners, alongside Directors of PGR and
College-based PGR administrators.
August 2019 Internal deadlines will be agreed for all pathways with Swansea
University involvement. Please contact the pathway leads or conveners
listed on the previous page for more information. These internal
deadlines are set to enable prospective DTP supervisors to benefit from
quality enhancement and assurance at an institutional level, prior to
applications being finalised for pathway selection.
Late- An institutional deadline will be set for all studentship proposals
September originating from Swansea University, which will be subject to an internal
2019 ‘critical friends’ panel. The aim of this panel is to provide expert guidance
to refine and strengthen studentship proposals.
October 2019 Applications must be submitted to the ESRC Wales DTP Office at this
time – a specific date will be confirmed in due course.
Mid- Pathways will be informed of the outcomes of applications by the ESRC
November Wales DTP Office.
2019
December Collaborative call studentships will be advertised for recruitment during
2019 – this time.
January 2020
February Prospective candidates will be interviewed and shortlisted.
2020
Mid-March Nomination forms for preferred candidates to be sent to the ESRC
2020 Wales DTP Office.
End of March The ESRC Wales DTP Office will verify candidates.
2020
Beginning of Outcomes announced and awards will be confirmed with candidates.
April 2020
October 2020 Students commence study.

7
 4. Process of the Collaborative Call

You work with a non-academic partner (or partners) to co-develop a studentship proposal
and discuss financial or in-kind commitments.

PGR Office to provide advice and support throughout the process

The partner commits to 50% match funding. The partner agrees to collaborate but
cannot provide 50% match funding.

You must seek the 50% match funding from

your School or College.

Your School or College confirms their

contribution of 50% match funding.
#DFE1D1
The studentship proposal is drafted and agreed with all partners.

Send this to the relevant pathway lead or conveners at Swansea University, copying in the
PGR Office and your local PGR Director, for quality assurance.

These proposals are then submitted by pathway leads and conveners to a ‘critical friends’
panel assembled by the PGR Office, for expert guidance and advice to strengthen these
proposals.

The PGR Office submits studentship proposals to the ESRC Wales DTP Office.

8
 5. Collaborating with non-academic partners
5.1 Guidance on collaborating with non-academic partners
We have compiled the following guidance through discussion with academics who have
been successful in the Collaborative Call, and feedback from previous cycles. We have also
referred to in-house PGR Office expertise and external sources such as UKRI in order to
help you to achieve successful partnerships. Remember that the PGR Office is available to
provide further advice as you approach partners in the coming months.
5.1.1 What’s in it for me?
Collaborating with non-academic partners can provide new ideas, approaches and directions
for your research. It also enables you to apply your research in different and ‘real world’
environments. A collaboration could lead to a long-term partnership, or identifying new
networks and opportunities.
5.1.2 What do we mean by ‘non-academic partner’?
We mean any collaborating organisation that is not a fellow education institution. Another
term that is often used is ‘industry partner’ – however your partner does not have to be a
multinational or corporate organisation. They can be an SME, charity, government agency or
other.
Previous ESRC Wales DTP collaborators run the gamut from small charity to multinational,
including Welsh Government, Shell Global Solutions UK, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health
Board (NHS), Welsh Water, Irwin Mitchell Solicitors, Ordnance Survey and Llamau.
5.1.3 How do I identify a suitable partner?
There is no single route to identifying a non-academic partner. Some researchers already
have links with partners which they want to strengthen. Others come across an interesting
organisation and co-create a proposal. Some already have a clear idea of their research
proposal and identify a partner who can add a missing piece to the puzzle.
Do your research on the organisation, including their structure, history of collaboration,
ethos, areas of expertise etc. Are they the right fit? Do they have the resources (financial,
technical, staffing etc.) to help you deliver a successful studentship? It is important to be
aware of the context and background of the organisation in order to identify the right partner.
5.1.4 What’s in it for them?
However you identify your partner, you should engage them in a discussion about both of
your research needs in order to develop a robust studentship proposal together. Based on
your research on their organisation, what would be the benefits of undertaking the
studentship for your partner?
You can promote the value of Swansea University’s academic expertise and knowledge
exchange in this discussion, but also be realistic about what you and the prospective student
can deliver within the scope of this studentship.
You should also discuss your respective organisational accountabilities and how these may
affect the studentship. Do they compete or complement? Are there any areas of tension to
resolve? Discuss the balance of responsibilities and what you both bring to the table in terms
of expertise and capacity.
5.1.5 Be clear on your scope and research questions

9
What is the scope of your planned studentship? Map out your proposed research questions
with your partner to outline the specific ways in which you can explore and answer them
together. Ensure that your studentship proposal outlines the arrangements for the successful
delivery of the studentship, from joint supervision to ethical approval.
5.1.6 The bottom line
Have an open and honest dialogue with your partner about the 50% match funding
commitment. Most organisations will expect to have a conversation about funding when
negotiating a collaboration, so there is nothing to feel awkward about. Be straightforward
about the financial commitment involved (outlined below) and ask whether they are able to
meet this commitment. If they are not able to meet this commitment, but you are still keen to
work with this partner (and them with you), the University is prepared to meet this cost
pending confirmation that your School/College will contribute the necessary funds if your
application is successful.
Once a studentship is agreed, the PGR Office can also support you to prepare a contract
outlining IP arrangements, but it is always helpful to discuss both of your expectations at this
stage too.
5.1.7 What happens if you aren’t successful?
The ESRC Wales DTP collaborative call is a competitive call, and it is important to make
your partners aware of this at the outset to avoid disappointment if your proposal is not
successful. Consider how you can still work together if this is the case – are there other
funding opportunities or informal knowledge exchange arrangements you can still pursue?
Could you re-fashion the proposal for resubmission to the next DTP collaborative call?
You could also approach your School or College to ask whether they would consider fully
funding or part-funding the studentship (if the partner commits to match-funding), in order to
support what could be a lasting and fruitful partnership.
5.1.8 Further resources
To explore this topic in more detail, you can explore the ESRC’s guide to setting up a
collaborative studentship and general lessons for collaborative research. The University of
Bath has also developed a helpful guide to research / industry collaboration which provides
insight into the motivations for collaboration and how to successfully secure a partner.
5.2 Resources for you and your partners
5.2.1 Stock text about Swansea University
Swansea University is a top 30 research-intensive University and over 90% of our research
has been classed as world-leading or internationally excellent for the difference it makes in
society. We are committed to research with real-world benefits; whether it be in the capture
of carbon dioxide to create a greener plastic, or in building houses which act like power
stations; to regenerating and transforming industrial landscapes or understanding better the
needs and aspirations of an ageing population. Swansea University is already tackling the
big challenges of today, anticipating those of the future and making real-life impact.
5.2.2 Stock text explaining the ESRC Wales DTP and Collaborative Call
The Wales Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) trains top-level social scientists across
Wales and England on a range of issues affecting society today. It is a collaboration
between Cardiff University (the lead institution), Aberystwyth University, Bangor

10
University, Cardiff Metropolitan University, the University of Gloucestershire and Swansea
University. We are building on and strengthening a track record of successful social science
doctoral training collaboration across Wales and England – the DTP and its predecessor, the
ESRC Wales Doctoral Training Centre (DTC), have offered around 50 new postgraduate
studentships every year since 2011.
We prepare doctoral students for their future careers through the generation of knowledge
and building of intellectual capacities and research skills that allow outstanding contributions
to be made to environmental, political, economic and social development.
As recognised research leaders, the six institutions that comprise the Wales DTP have a
strong track record in advancing knowledge through high quality research and teaching,
offering postgraduate research students the opportunity to become part of a vibrant
community that thrives on exploration and discovery.
Our collaborative partnerships contribute to meeting our objective to develop ‘robust
mechanisms for knowledge exchange and knowledge transfer’. Public, private or Third
Sector organisations can have a genuine stake in a social science research project and a
role in producing the next generation of leading social scientists.
The DTP is delighted to be working with a range of organisations including the Welsh
Government, Llamau, Shell Global Solutions (UK), City and County of Swansea, Irwin
Mitchell Solicitors, The Wales Probation Trust and many more.
5.2.3 Stock text outlining the value of collaboration
Universities provide vital expertise to meet the research needs of organisations in the public,
private and Third Sector. By collaborating, academic and industry partners can explore new
research questions, apply existing research to organisational challenges and establish a
mutually beneficial platform for knowledge exchange. Together we can develop solutions or
products, influence policy and improve the way people live and work.
5.3 Securing the match funding commitment
5.3.1 The amount of match funding required
It is estimated that the 50% cost of a 1+3 studentship commencing study in Oct 2020 will be
£41,770 (including a Research Training Support Grant (RTSG) for the +3 element). This is
the contribution you will need to seek from your partner(s). Remember to emphasise that
50% of the total cost (approx. £83k) is being met by the ESRC Wales DTP, and that their
contribution is supporting a full-time PhD student who will be meeting their research needs
and providing a vital knowledge exchange function for the organisation.
Although it is possible that a successful student could be +3 (PhD only), this amount is
calculated on the basis that the student may need to undertake the preparatory Masters
programme (1+3), and therefore it is better for partners to agree to the full 50% contribution
initially. If the student is recruited as +3, the partner contribution would drop by approx. £10k.
The 50% match funding contribution can be met through a variety of models, such as
including multiple partners.

50% 50% 50% 50%

commitment = commitment = commitment = commitment =
1 organisation 2 organisations 3 organisations 5 organisations
25% funded 2 x 20% funded 10% funded
1 x 10% funded

11
5.3.2 Examples of In-kind contribution
Whether or not your partner is able to meet the match funding commitment, you are
encouraged to detail in your application any in-kind contributions that your partner(s) will
make. (To reiterate, if your partner is unable to contribute financially, match funding will need
to be sought and approved by your School or College).
You will need to work with your partners to provide a letter of support that specifies the
nature and extent of the in-kind support and any other planned opportunities for the student
while working the partner.
Examples of in-kind support may include (but are not limited to):

 Commitments from experts in the organisation (or groups of them) of the set time
(e.g. 3 days per year) they will offer to the project.
 Access to wider networks of which the organisation is part (which may lead to better
access for data gathering).
 Research projects that are jointly designed with the non-academic organisation, so
which promise to help them do something better/differently. Built-in impact in a way
 Working with two non-academic organisations whose goals are opposed to each
other (perhaps not simultaneously).
We know from earlier rounds of the collaborative call that good letters of support (see
template in Appendix A) demonstrate that the project has been co-developed on the basis
of some discussion and agreement about project scope and/or which showed a high
congruence with the project as proposed.
For the application form, you will also need to estimate the monetary value of the in-kind
support that is being provided (see Appendix B). There is no set figure for in-kind
contributions.

12
Contact details

Swansea University PGR Office

Hannah Rees, Postgraduate Research Senior Officer (ESRC Wales DTP)

hannah.scarbrough@swansea.ac.uk | (0)1792 (51)8568

Clare Carver, Postgraduate Research Support Officer (Doctoral Training Initiatives)

esrcdtp@swansea.ac.uk

ESRC Wales DTP Office, Cardiff University

Carole Baker, Manager and Claire Scanlon, Clerical Officer

enquiries@walesdtp.ac.uk | 029 2087 6775

Swansea Pathway Leads / Conveners

See ESRC Wales DTP: Swansea University structure.

Swansea University College / School contacts

School /
College Role Email address
School of Medicine
Pathway: Data Science, Health and Wellbeing
Pathway Convener: Prof Kerina Jones
Clift, Martin PGR Director medpgrdirectors@swansea.ac.uk
Cronin, James PGR Director medpgrdirectors@swansea.ac.uk
Thomas,
Georgie PGR Administration georgie.thomas@swansea.ac.uk
School of Management
Pathways:
Economics
Pathway Lead: Prof David Blackaby
Management and Business
Pathway Leads: Professor Mike Williams, Dr Laurie Hughes
TBC PGR Director TBC
Warren, Sarah PGR Administration s.r.warren@swansea.ac.uk
College of Engineering
Pathway: Sport and Exercise Science
Pathway Lead (Interim): Dr Andrew Bloodworth
Penney, Dave PGR Director d.penney@swansea.ac.uk
Bailey, Tracey PGR Administration t.bailey@swansea.ac.uk
College of Arts and Humanities
Pathways: Linguistics
Pathway Lead: Prof Nuria Lorenzo-Dus
Bilingualism
Pathway Lead: Prof James Milton
Dunnage,
Jonathan PGR Director j.dunnage@swansea.ac.uk
Whitwell, Liz PGR Administration l.whitwell@swansea.ac.uk
College of Science
Pathway: Digital Economy and Society
Pathway Convener: Dr Matthew Roach

13
Human Geography
Pathway Lead (Interim): Dr Angharad Closs Stephens
Piai, Maurizio PGR Deputy Director m.piai@swansea.ac.uk
Fenn, Sara PGR Administration s.j.fenn@swansea.ac.uk
College of Human and Health Sciences
Pathway: Psychology
Pathway Lead: Dr Hayley Young
Rance, Jaynie PGR Director j.y.rance@swansea.ac.uk
Davis, Maria PGR Administration a.m.davis@swansea.ac.uk
Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law
Pathways: Criminology, Empirical Studies in Law
Pathways Lead: Dr Caroline Jones
Jones, Caroline PGR Director caroline.jones@swansea.ac.uk
PGR Administration solpgr@swansea.ac.uk

14
Appendix A
Template letter of support

<Letterhead of organisation>

DATE
ADDRESS

Collaborative Studentship Proposal for ESRC Wales DTP

Dear <name>

Further to our discussions about the opportunity to collaborate on a joint studentship proposal for the
ESRC Wales DTP, this letter is to confirm <organisation name’s> support.

Our organisation is <paragraph outlining organisation, its work and aims>.

We are interested in exploring the research questions set out by this proposal <paragraph on
studentship proposal, outlining the organisation’s interest and how this partnership will bring together
expertise from both parties>.

I am therefore pleased to confirm that <organisation name> will join with you to deliver this
collaborative studentship for the ESRC Wales DTP. We will work as part of the supervisory team to
support the successful student in formulating, exploring and addressing their research questions.

We intend to offer:

 <outline financial commitment>

 We are unable to provide any matched funding but pledge the following services in kind:
<outline in-kind commitments, including research visits, expert time and equipment>

Approval for this collaboration has been agreed by <include details of organisational Chief Executive
or lead if required and not the signatory of the letter>.

I am delighted to offer my full support for this proposal.

Yours sincerely,
<signature>
<name>

15
Appendix B

Examples of quantified in-kind support

Please note that for confidentiality purposes, the figures provided below have been redacted.
These examples aim to provide a template for the approach used rather than costs quoted.

Criminology

“To ensure the successful delivery of the partnership, RUSI will contribute quarterly PhD
supervision, and during research placements provide direct management and supervision as
well as research facilities and office accommodation. The estimated value of this contribution
will be £x,000 per annum.”

Digital economy and society

Figure 1: ‘In kind’ NHS contributions to support the Making with Meaning Proposal

Staffing Contribution Cost estimate

Co-facilitating the Maker Space Sessions £x,000.00
Co-supervising PhD student £x,000.00
Planning Meetings £x00.00
Consultation £x,000.00
Co-facilitating the Maker Space Sessions £x,000.00
Administrative Support £x,000.00
Associated Equipment Costs £x,000.00
Total £xx,000.00
Linguistics
“OUP’s support for this project will involve providing access to the data contained in the
Oxford Children’s Corpus using the agreed licensed software interface for analysis. OUP will
also share its expertise and resources in lexicography and educational publishing,
contributions in kind equivalent to a cost of approximately £x,000 per year for the duration of
the project – 3 years.“

16
Appendix C
Application form (this will be re-issued with the Collaborative Call launch)

PATHWAY APPLICATION FOR A COLLABORATIVE DTP STUDENTSHIP

 Each Pathway can apply for up to three collaborative studentships. One form should be used for
each studentship
 Studentships are no longer conceived in advance as ‘+3’ or ‘1+3’. Rather, the mode adopted will
reflect the needs of the strongest candidate, who may or may not have already undertaken a
research training Masters
 ESRC rules state that student recipients must be paid the full value of an ESRC studentship
 The closing date for applications to reach the DTP office is xxxxx. They should be emailed to
enquiries@walesdtp.ac.uk
 Please note that there may be earlier deadlines set by a pathway convener, especially where
pathways include more than one institution.

Pathway title

Pathway Email &

convener telephone

Title of proposed
PhD research project

Anticipated main supervisor

All DTP studentships in this competition are match-funded. Please tick to indicate how the remaining 50% of
the cost of the studentship will be met:

University External partner Combination

If there is an external financial contribution, what is its total value over the period of the studentship?

£ ( if 3 years) £ (if 4 years)

If there is in-kind support from an external partner, what is the estimated total value of this support over the
life of a 3 or 4-year studentship?

£ ( if 3 years) £ (if 4 years)

17
 Please name the external partner(s), and also state whether they are public/private/third sector

In what sense(s) will the project be collaborative? What activities will enable ongoing dialogue and/or
knowledge exchange? Please note that ‘collaborative’ does not include an organisation simply being a site
for data collection/supply. Please be as specific as possible [up to 200 words]

Yes No
Will the project be interdisciplinary?

If the project is interdisciplinary, please give details [up to 100 words]

Yes No
Does the project have a Wales focus?

If the project has a Wales focus, please specify how [up to 100 words]

18
 Please describe the ‘fit’ of the project with Pathway development and/or institutional strategy. It will be
helpful to consult the Pathway description in the relevant DTP bid ‘subject specific attachment’ [up to 100
words]

19
 Project description (collaborative studentship projects are ‘partially defined’ in advance of any student
application. Be sure to include context, rationale, probable aims, likely research questions, scope, anticipated
methods, design. It is understood that some aspects of projects will change in due course) [400 words max]

20
Please ensure that letter(s) of support from the relevant non-academic organisation(s) are attached
and specify the nature and extent of the financial and/or in-kind support and any other planned
opportunities.

Endorsement of Pathway Convener

Signed Date

21