PRIX (VIRGINIA) INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION FOR WOMEN

Application Deadline: May 7, 2024 (Paris time).

LOCATION: France

Awarded every two years since 2012, The Prix Virginia is the first photography prize exclusively reserved for a woman photographer, regardless of her age or nationality. The work submitted must never have yet been exhibited in France and must not be the result of an editorial assignment or advertisement commission.

ELIGIBILITY:

The competition is free to enter.

The competition is open to women photographers, regardless of their nationality or age.

A complete resume Pdf format

A brief letter of intent written by the candidate describing the creative and artistic dimension of the work submitted. Pdf format

12 to 18 pictures free theme, in black and white and/or in colour. we strongly recommend they submit one cohesive body of work rather than single images. jpg

Each photo must be in jpeg format, 72 dpi and not exceed 2 MB (or Mb).
Each photo must be in jpeg format, 72 dpi and not exceed 2 MB (or Mb). Each photo must include in its title the number of the photograph, the name of the candidate, the title of the photograph, and the date. ex: 01_NameFirstName_PhotoTitle

The photographers may apply directly or other professional experts (photo editors, gallery owners, photo agents, and such) may apply for them

The photographs submitted must not have been published or exhibited in France heretofore. However, the artist may have already exhibited other works in France. However, the artist may have already exhibited other works in France.

BENEFIT:

The Sylvia S. Association will award 10.000 € to the winner.

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UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER DEAN’S DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Application Deadline: 31 March 2024

LOCATION: United Kingdom

These scholarships are open to all nationalities and across all research areas, and will be of interest to students of the highest calibre who have the commitment and desire to work on challenging research projects in a world leading research environment.

ELIGIBILITY:

This funding is available to all nationalities.

Have submitted an application by the deadline for a PhD programme to start in September 2024.

Hold (or expect to achieve) a first class or 2.1 UK honours undergraduate degree (or international equivalent).

Ideally hold a master’s qualification at merit or distinction (or international equivalent).

Be able to demonstrate potential for academic research. This may include undergraduate projects, placements, internships, contributions to publications or articles, promoting research to a wider audience, prizes for previous work or stetting up collaborations with other groups.

Be able to demonstrate involvement in broader activities, e.g. outreach, volunteering, community engagement, engagement in EDIA and other extra-curricular activities.

BENEFIT:

Fully funded award includes:

Tuition fees at the international rate

Annual maintenance stipend equivalent to UKRI minimum stipend rate

£1,000 Research Training Support Grant per year

Number available Awards: 40

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