British Perceptions of Roman Catholicism and National Security, 1850 - 1973

'British Perceptions of Roman Catholicism and National Security, 1850 - 1973'

AHRC/ESRC funded PhD Studentship

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This studentship will commence on 1 October 2009 and will be based at the Open University's campus at Walton Hall, Milton Keynes. It is funded under the AHRC/ESRC Global Uncertainties programme, and will be supervised by Professor John Wolffe and Dr. Carol Richardson.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake a survey of changing British attitudes to Roman Catholicism and the Vatican between the 'Papal Aggression' of 1850 and British entry into the European Community in 1973, and to carry out detailed work on particular case studies. These might include the First and/or Second Vatican Councils, or views of Anglo-Vatican diplomatic relations in crucial periods such as the First World War.

The studentship will form part of a wider funded research programme on 'Protestant-Catholic Conflict: Historical Legacies and Contemporary Realities', which will offer rich collaborative opportunities.

For further particulars and information on how to apply contact Yvonne Bartley on Y.S.Bartley@open.ac.uk or (01908) 332 790. Address: Faculty of Arts, The Open Unviersity, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA

CLOSING DATE: 25th June 2009