Funding available for mature post-graduates?

Filan

Almost certain that I couldn't afford to do a Masters...but invloved with a sexual health clinic and would love to do a thesis on Queer theory..or some aspect of it. Could do this via Womens Studies. Does anyone know what funding if any would be available? Very poor financial situation at moment

Might be worthwhile checking through the resources page stickied at the top - there might be some options open to you to do with the Back to Education Allowance, Tax Relief, or Maintenance Grants.

Filan

Thanks..while I would like to work this cannot be guaranteed..and unemployment assistance and maintenance grants cannot be received together unfortunately. I couldn't live on just a maintenance grant. Have a number of circumstances which inhibit employment..although not yet at least officially registered as a disability

Have you considered doing a masters part-time? You would be able to avail of the tax-relief then, as well as keeping (say) 3 or 4 days wages out of 5.

Filan

I just have problems working due to unofficial disability...and while I'm hopeful of working I'm limited. Would love even to do a p.l.c. in Media Studies...but again I couldn't survive without an income!..rock and hard place

acuv

MMMM..Queer Theory....I didnt know there was one... Is there one for straight people too then:mad:

Filan

Yes it's under Women's Studies at U.L. and U.C.D. It isn't just to do with Sexuality..One can be Queer in ways other than being Gay..for example Transgender..Transvestite..people born with both sexual organs..people who don't conform to conventional gender roles..even if straight..are Queer

Filan

And yes I suppose there is a straight theory too!:)

smashey

acuv wrote:

MMMM..Queer Theory....I didnt know there was one... Is there one for straight people too then:mad:

acuv. If you have nothing constructive to add to this thread, please don't post. Anymore comments like this and a ban will follow.