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University of EdinburghUniversity of Edinburgh Doctoral College Scholarships - Fully Funded PhD
Fully FundedEdinburgh, United Kingdomphd· £20,780/year stipend plus full tuition (2025-26 rate).
Project Overview
Fully funded PhD scholarships at University of Edinburgh covering full tuition and stipend (£20,780/year). Open to UK and international students. Funding for 2027/28 not yet confirmed.
Programme Overview
The University of Edinburgh Doctoral College (EDC) Scholarships provide fully funded PhD opportunities for UK and international students. Approximately 26 awards across various academic schools, covering full tuition fees and a tax-free living stipend equivalent to the UKRI minimum rate (£20,780/year for 2025-26). Duration 3.5 to 4 years full-time (pro-rata part-time).
Financial Coverage
- Full tuition fee coverage including international rates.
- Annual tax-free stipend (£20,780/year for 2025-26; rates increase annually).
- Duration: 3.5-4 years full-time.
- Access to professional development training.
Eligibility Criteria
- Hold or expect to obtain UK First Class or Upper Second Class (2:1) Honours degree or international equivalent.
- Must have applied for admission to a first-year full-time or part-time PhD at University of Edinburgh.
- Meet English language entry requirements (IELTS/TOEFL can be submitted after application).
- Generally not for those already holding a PhD or equivalent.
The University of Edinburgh Doctoral College (EDC) Scholarships provide fully funded PhD opportunities for UK and international students. Approximately 26 awards across various academic schools, covering full tuition fees and a tax-free living stipend equivalent to the UKRI minimum rate (£20,780/year for 2025-26). Duration 3.5 to 4 years full-time (pro-rata part-time).
Financial Coverage
- Full tuition fee coverage including international rates.
- Annual tax-free stipend (£20,780/year for 2025-26; rates increase annually).
- Duration: 3.5-4 years full-time.
- Access to professional development training.
Eligibility Criteria
- Hold or expect to obtain UK First Class or Upper Second Class (2:1) Honours degree or international equivalent.
- Must have applied for admission to a first-year full-time or part-time PhD at University of Edinburgh.
- Meet English language entry requirements (IELTS/TOEFL can be submitted after application).
- Generally not for those already holding a PhD or equivalent.
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