Education Development Trust Tim Morris Award 2025

The Tim Morris Award provides financial support for PhD students conducting field research in education.

This award honours the legacy of Tim Morris, who dedicated his life to improving education opportunities in low-income countries.

PhD students working in specific areas of education in low- or middle-income countries can apply for this opportunity.

Details of the Tim Morris Award

The award offers financial support of £2,000 to one PhD student.

The funding is designed to support fieldwork in contexts where education challenges are most pressing.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are accepted from PhD students meeting specific requirements.

• Research must take place in low- or middle-income countries.
• Eligible fields include early years education, primary and secondary education (including non-formal education), TVET, and careers and employability.
• Research with a focus on gender, equity, disability, or social inclusion is encouraged.

Application Requirements

Applicants must provide detailed information through an online form.

Required Details:

• Full contact information.
• University and supervisor details.
• A summary of the thesis, including the title, level of education, country of research, and objectives.
• Research methodology and potential contributions to knowledge.
• A clear explanation of how the funding will assist the fieldwork.

Submit applications through the Tim Morris Award Online Form.

The application deadline is 31 January 2025.

For further details, visit the Education Development Trust Tim Morris Award page.

The Tim Morris Award continues to support education research aimed at addressing challenges in developing regions.