Browse our frequently updated list of funded studentships open for applications. You may also be eligible to apply for other funding opportunities offered by the Doctoral College.
Awards cover UK tuition fees and provide a stipend at the UKRI home rate on a full-time and part-time basis. The UKRI has not yet announced the fees and stipend for 2026/27, but for the academic year of 2025/26 the UK fees are £5,006 and the stipend is £20,780 (£21,237 if London weighting applies). This competition-funded studentship is available to UK and International students and includes full UK or International fee waiver and stipend at UKRI rates.
This studentship will cover the tuition fee and a tax-free stipend for three years. Stipend at UKRI rates for 2025-26 is £20,780. The qualified candidate will also be supported to attend professional trainings and domestic/international conferences.
Fee waiver covering home or international fees for 36 months. Please note that this funding offer does not include a monthly stipend, visa or accommodation fees.
Funding will cover University tuition fees at the UK/EU rate for three years and a stipend for three years at RCUK levels. The PhD studentship is expected to commence in January 2026.