Call for Applications:The Richie Hawtin PhD Scholarship in Electronic Music, Cultures and Production

Call for Applications: The Richie Hawtin PhD Scholarship in Electronic Music, Cultures and Production

The Department of Music and Design Arts at the University of Huddersfield is pleased to invite applications for The Richie Hawtin PhD Scholarship in electronic music, cultures and production for new UK, EU and International PhD students, starting in September 2023.

The scholarship is open to applicants engaged in research on any subject related to electronic music cultures or production, including studies on electronic dance music or club cultures. Projects may be practice-based with a reflective commentary, analytical, theoretical, socio-cultural, or empirical.

Speaking on the new course, Professor Rupert Till of the University’s Department of Music and Design Arts stated:

“Richie has set up his own labels; technology companies; an investment fund; a sake brand; has run a residency in Ibiza; and written many genre-defining albums. This is a wonderful opportunity to tap into his knowledge and experience”.

Additional information: https://research.hud.ac.uk/music/

To apply: https://www.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate/how-to-apply/

Closing date: 27th February 2023 (extended from the originally published date of 10 February).