Still time to apply for the Autumn 08 Hansard Scholars Programmes!

If you’re interested in doing a unique political internship in Westminster and studying British politics at the London School of Economics this autumn, there's still to apply to the Autumn 2008 Hansard Scholars Programme (20th September-13th December).

The Hansard Scholars Programme offers an outstanding opportunity for undergraduates, postgraduates and young professionals to get invaluable experience at the heart of the British political system.

2008 really is shaping up to be a fascinating time to be involved in British politics. After a decade spent in Tony Blair's shadow as Chancellor of the Exchequer, Prime Minister Gordon Brown is busy fending off the growing threat from David Cameron’s revitalised Conservative party. Parliament, Government and political organisations throughout the UK are trying to find their feet in what will be a new and crucial period in British political history. You can be a part of this – witnessing the changes, conflicts and developments first hand as they emerge.

You might be based at the sharp end of representative government in a party’s headquarters, or the office of a Member of Parliament or Peer. You might be helping to cover political developments as they emerge for a newspaper, news agency or broadcast news channel. You might be in the policy unit of a major pressure group or think tank or NGO, drafting briefings and aiming to get the views of your organisation heard by decision makers in Government and beyond. If this sounds like something you might be interested in, drop us a line!

The dates for the Hansard Scholars Programme are:

Autumn 2008
September 20th – December 13th, 2008
Deadline: still accepting applications

Spring 2009
January 10th  - April 4th, 2009
Deadline: October 1st, 2008

Summer 2009
May 23rd - August 8th, 2009 (dates tbc)
Deadline: February 1st, 2009 

The Hansard Scholars Programme is a highly competitive programme for undergraduates, postgraduates and professionals. Each semester we are forced to decline a number of very good candidates and it is therefore crucial that you provide us with as much positive information about your interests and experience as possible to support your application.

Click here for further details (incl. application form) on the undergraduate Hansard Scholars Programme

Click here for further details (incl. application form) on the Hansard Research Scholars Programme

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All applicants must download and complete the relevant application form (see links below) and return it by post to the address below.

 

 

The following pieces of documentation should be submitted along with the application form, in English:

• A short personal statement outlining reasons for applying.
• A CV / Résumé. This must also be submitted by e-mail.
• A sample of written academic work (approx. 2,000 words).
• Two letters of recommendation (at least one academic).
• Copies of transcripts from your current university, or evidence of completion of a first degree.
• Applicants from non-English speaking countries must provide the results of a TOEFL test (or equivalent).

All applications should be sent to:

Hansard Scholars Programme
40-43 Chancery Lane
London
WC2A 1JA
United Kingdom

We look forward to hearing from you!

If you have any questions about the Hansard Scholars Programme, please email
study@hansard.lse.ac.uk or call +44 207 438 1223.

 

Chevening Scholarship (Hansard Research Scholars Programme only)

Chevening Scholarships funded by the UK's Foreign & Commonwealth Office are available for the Spring 2009 Hansard Research Scholars Programme. 

Chevening Scholarships are offered in most countries but not the United States of America.

For further details, please please email study@hansard.lse.ac.uk or call +44 207 438 1223.

 

The Hansard Society is registered with the UK Government's Department for Innovation, Universities & Skills (DIUS) as an education & training provider, and is accredited by the British Accreditation Council.

 

HANSARD SOCIETY/ UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH RESEARCH SCHOLARS PROGRAMME

If you are interested in studying politics at the University of Edinburgh and doing an internship placement in the Scottish Parliament, you may well be interested in the Hansard Society/ University of Edinburgh Research Scholars Programme. For further details, please click here