University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh offers PhD scholarships for students starting in 2026-2027, covering tuition and a stipend. Open to UK and international students applying for their first year of on-campus or distance PhD study. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic merit. Deadlines vary by school. This scholarship offers comprehensive training and development opportunities. Scholarships cannot be held concurrently with other fully-funded awards. The College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine has a deadline of April 30, 2026. For other schools, check their specific deadlines. Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed. The University is committed to widening participation for underrepresented groups, including BAME students and those from deprived communities. Eligibility requires a first-class or 2:1 UK honours degree (or equivalent).

Award

Fully Funded (Tuition fees + UKRI stipend rate, currently £20,780 for 2025-2026).

Level

PhD

Host country

United Kingdom

Eligibility: Awards are open to UK and overseas students applying to start their first year of study for an on-campus research degree in 2026-2027. Applicants must have already applied for admission to a first year of full-time or part-time on campus or distance PhD study at the University. Applicants must be of outstanding academic merit and research potential, possessing a UK first class or 2:1 honours degree at undergraduate level or the international equivalent. These awards cannot be held concurrently with fully-funded scholarships but can be held with partially-funded scholarships and will be reduced pro-rata.