The Ethicomp conference has always had a relaxed and encouraging approach. So I was happy to see that they have added a doctoral consortium. Here is an excerpt from the call:
The consortium will comprise a series of master classes in which doctoral students will engage with experienced supervisors in the field to help them hone their research ideas and review their research strategies. Keynote addresses on relevant topics will complete the programme.
The cost of attendance will be confirmed but will be kept to a minimum. There is a limited number of places (probably 20-25) due to the interactive nature of the consortium. Students at any stage of their studies can apply. Places will be awarded on the basis of submitted proposals. Submission procedure
A proposal should be submitted using the following headings:
Personal Details
Full Name, Nationality
Country of residence
Email address
University of study, Name and title of first supervisor
Title of research, Year of study, Mode of study (pt/ft)
Details of Proposal
Part A – 500 words explaining the nature of the research being undertaken and the approach being adopted
Part B – 250 words explaining why a place at the consortium should be awarded.
Part C – a brief endorsement by the first supervisor
Personal Details, Part A and Part B embedded in an email should be submitted by the student.
Part C should be emailed by the first supervisor (the student should arrange this)
The language for the consortium is English, and all submitted proposals must be in English.
Proposals should be submitted to ccsr@dmu.ac.uk by 15 June 2007
For more information please visit http://www.ccsr.cse.dmu.ac.uk/conferences/ethicomp/ethicomp07/index1.html