Monica Cole Research Grant
Scholarship Info
The Monica Cole Research Grant offers £1,000 each year to a physical geographer undertaking original fieldwork overseas. The Grant is given in memory of Professor Monica Cole, an eminent physical geography researcher.
Born in 1922, Monica Cole was a leader in the field of geo-botany. Her career spanned continents and decades. She held the position of Chair of Geography at Bedford College for many years. Shortly after her retirement in 1975, she received the RGS-IBG Murchison Medal for major contributions to the geography of South Africa and to the understanding of savannas.
Deadline
Jan 18, 2017
Criteria
- Applicants must be students registered with a UK Higher Education Institution.
- Applicants must be physical geographers undertaking original fieldwork overseas.
- Both undergraduate and post-graduate students are eligible to apply.
- Projects that involve joining an existing commercial organisation on a pre-paid tour will not be considered.
Amount
£1,000 each year
Preferred Discipline
Physical Geography
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted by email to the Society’s Grants Officer by 18 January. This deadline will be strictly enforced.
Contact Info
Grants Officer
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
1 Kensington Gore
London
SW7 2AR
Tel: (0) 20 7591 3073
Email:[email protected]
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