One of the most prominent fully supported doctoral programs in the UK is Imperial College London’s President’s PhD Scholarships, which are designed to draw exceptional candidates from all over the world. Students who exhibit outstanding academic achievement, research potential, and leadership abilities are supported by these fiercely competitive grants, which allow them to pursue PhD studies at one of the top research universities in the world.
The award offers complete tuition reimbursement, a substantial yearly living allowance, plus extra money for travel, conference attendance, and research endeavors. This all-inclusive funding enables academics to devote all of their attention to conducting creative, high-impact research in a variety of fields, such as science, engineering, medicine, and business.
The PhD of the President At Imperial College London, a global center for innovation and scientific discovery, scholars join an elite academic community. Scholars have access to cutting-edge labs and facilities, collaborate directly with internationally recognized supervisors, and receive career support, networking opportunities, and specialized professional development. The program’s goal is to develop future research leaders and give them the knowledge, expertise, and international exposure necessary for prosperous careers in academia, business, or policy.
Host Country: UK
University: Imperial College London
Opportunity Type: PhD
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be submitting an application to Imperial College London’s new PhD program
- possess one of the following qualities or be anticipated to acquire one:
- A Bachelor’s degree in First Class (or equivalent), or
- A Master’s degree with distinction
- Exhibit exceptional academic achievement and a robust capacity for research.
- A possible supervisor from Imperial College London has been found and contacted, and they have agreed to oversee the proposed study project.
- fulfill all of the department’s academic and admissions standards.
- be qualified to begin the PhD during the authorized start time at Imperial College London.
- Applications from current Imperial PhD students are not accepted.
- Candidates with extraordinary research potential or those with non-traditional academic backgrounds may be given special or alternative consideration.
Benefits:
- Complete tuition reimbursement for the duration of the PhD program
- £26,500 per year for living expenses (at the most recent approved rate)
- For the first three years, there will be a £2,000 annual research and consumables grant.
- financing for a PhD program lasting up to 3.5 years
- Access to training courses and activities offered by the Early Career Researcher Institute (ECRI)
- Opportunities for networking, mentoring, and extensive professional development
- Complete access to the postgraduate and international student support services offered by Imperial College London
Deadline: March 2, 2026
