Research Scholars: How to Apply?
All applicants must complete an application (see below) and attach the following pieces of documentation:
- Short personal statement outlining reasons for applying
- CV (resume)
- Sample of written academic work (2,000 words approx.)
- Two letters of recommendation*
- University transcript**
Download the Hansard Research Scholars Programme application form
Applicants whose first language is not English (or whose previous
degree was not taught in English) are required to provide evidence of
proficiency in the English language.**
The following qualifications are acceptable to the Hansard Society:
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with normally a
minimum score of 603 in the paper test, 250 in the computer-based test
or 100 in the internet based test.
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with normally a minimum score of 6.5.
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
- Other qualifications may be considered.
All applications should be sent to:
Hansard Research Scholars Programme
Hansard Society
40-43 Chancery Lane
London WC2A 1JA
United Kingdom
Or emailed to:
scholars@hansardsociety.org.uk
* Letters of recommendation sent via email must come directly from the email address of your referee.
** An official hard copy of your university transcript/ language certificate must be sent via post to the above address.
For further details, please contact scholars@hansardsociety.org.uk or by phone on +44 207 438 1223.