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The Dr Anthony J Palmer Scholarship for a Masters by Research in Chemistry

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Above: Dr Anthony J Palmer.

The Dr Anthony J Palmer Scholarship for a Masters by Research in Chemistry is an award which is available annually.  This award was established through a generous gift to our Department to from Dr Anthony J Palmer (Tony).  Tony was an alumnus and friend of the University: he studied Chemistry at our University from 1961, when he started as an undergraduate in our Department, to 1967, when he achieved his PhD in Chemistry.  Tony wished to help others undertake postgraduate research in Chemistry, so he left a gift in his will to our University to set up this award.  The funding covers tuition fees and some research expenses to support the project.

How to apply

This funded Masters by Research (MRes) may be in any area of Chemistry.  Though not a requirement, due to Tony’s longstanding connection with Durham, there will be additional weighting given to applicants who can show a connection to the local area.  Given the breadth of opportunity, the following (although not all steps are compulsory) might be a helpful place to start:

  • Step 1. Decide what area of chemistry you would like to complete an MRes in and approach a potential supervisor from the department to secure their support to be your supervisor. Please click on the research sections to view and contact our academic staff in each area: Research Sections - Durham University .
  • Step 2. Together with your potential supervisor, define a project title and produce a research proposal (max 1000 words) to submit as part of your application. This should explain the research, its likely outcomes, and why it is important.
  • Step 3. Write a personal statement indicating why you are a suitable candidate for the project.  
  • Step 4. Write an Equality Diversity and Inclusion statement setting out why you think EDI is important to Chemistry, and any measures you think could help support further positive change in this area.
  • Step 5. Submit your application through the University’s online application form. 

Dr Anthony Palmer was closely affiliated with St Cuthbert’s College; therefore we would seek to offer the successful applicant the opportunity to be a member of St Cuthbert’s College who may be able to provide additional financial support. 

Enquiries email name and address: for informal enquiries, please contact chemistry.postgrad-admissions@durham.ac.uk .