Applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 School of Social and Political Sciences PhD Scholarships at the University of Glasgow in the United Kingdom. Both UK and international applicants are eligible for this extremely prestigious, fully funded fellowship, which includes a Research Training Support Grant, an annual salary at the UKRI rate, and tuition costs.
The University of Glasgow is the fourth-oldest English-speaking university and one of the most famous in the world, having been founded in 1451. Its School of Social and Political Sciences (SPS) is renowned throughout the world for its innovative social science research. More than 90% of its research is regarded as “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” in terms of originality, importance, and rigor, per the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
Aspiring PhD students have a fantastic opportunity to conduct their research at a prestigious university with complete financial support. Don’t wait; submit your application now to advance in your academic career!
Host Country: UK
University: University of Glasgow
Opportunity Type: PhD
Subjects: Social Sciences, Political Sciences
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- a minimum of a 2:1 honors degree with honors or its equivalent in another country.
- shown proof of academic achievement at the first-class level.
- A first-class undergraduate degree (or a comparable distinction) is required of applicants without a master’s degree.
- Candidates from nations categorized by the OECD as Least Developed, Low-Income, Lower-Middle, or Upper-Middle Income are eligible to apply for three international scholarships.
- Candidates from the UK are eligible for two home scholarships through the Widening Participation program.
Benefits:
- Full tuition fee waiver: This covers the entire cost of tuition, whether it is paid at the international or domestic (UK) rate.
- The annual stipend, which covers living expenses during the PhD, is given at the regular rate set by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
- Research Training Support Grant: Up to £940 annually, given to help cover costs associated with research, including attending conferences, conducting fieldwork, receiving specialized training, and purchasing necessary supplies.
- A one-time payment given at the beginning of a PhD program to help with relocation costs, study supplies, or other academic requirements is known as a commencement bursary.
Deadline: 31 March 2025
