Researchers

Are you a current doctoral student or a PhD graduate? There are two ways in which you can get involved with The Brilliant Club.

Researchers in Schools

Researchers in Schools (RIS) is a unique teacher training and development programme specifically for people with a PhD. The RIS Programme has three core objectives:

  • Increasing and disseminating subject expertise
  • Promoting education research
  • Championing university access

To find out more about becoming a RIS participant, and the next application deadline, visit the Researchers in Schools page.

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The Scholars Programme

The Scholars Programme recruits, trains and places PhD researchers and graduates in state schools across the UK, to deliver academically rigorous programmes linked their own research.

As a Scholars Programme Tutor you will:

  • Support local pupils from underrepresented backgrounds to access university
  • Receive expert training and gain experience to develop your teaching and other transferable skills
  • Earn £500 per placement plus travel expenses
  • Disseminate your research to small groups of school pupils
  • Join a nationwide community of like-minded researchers making a huge impact on university access

To find out more about becoming a Scholars Programme tutor, visit The Scholars Programme page.

The Scholars Programme