University of Kent 2021-2022 Doctoral Scholarships for International Students (UK)

Are you considering applying for a PhD that will focus on a topic addressing a global challenge?

The University of Kent is delighted to invite applications for up to ten Global Challenges Doctoral Centre (GCDC) research scholarships, starting in the academic year 2021-2022 (from September 2021). The final number of positions will be contingent upon funding.

The Global Challenges Doctoral Centre (GCDC) is funded by the Global Challenges Research Fund and the university and is dedicated to funding, supporting and connecting doctoral students who are undertaking challenge-led research related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals that address economic and social challenges in developing countries.

The scholarship competition is open to all new postgraduate research applicants, in any discipline. We particularly welcome applications from UK domiciled Black African, Afro-Caribbean, and Asian communities as these groups are underrepresented in academia.

• Table of Content
• About University Of Kent
• University of Kent Doctoral Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of University of Kent Doctoral Scholarships
• Requirements for University of Kent Doctoral Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University Of Kent

Kent is a leading academic institution: 97% of our research was judged to be of international quality in the Research Excellence Framework.

University of Kent Doctoral Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of University of Kent Doctoral Scholarships

GCDC scholars (starting in September 2021) will receive the following:

1. An annual stipend for 3.5 years (TBC, for 2020/21 this was £15,285)
2. Annual tuition fees for 3.5 years
3. A Research Training Support Grant of £1,500 per year for the first 3 years of study, plus access to an additional top-up fund
4. Specialised interdisciplinary GCDC cohort training activities

Applicants paying overseas fees are welcome to apply, as some GCDC scholarships may be offered at the international and new EU tuition fees rate (75% of the Overseas fees rate). In addition, some academic schools may be able to support other applicants financially beyond the UKRI level

Requirements for University of Kent Doctoral Scholarships Qualification

The scholarship call is open to applicants from all nationalities.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

When applying, students should follow the University of Kent’s standard online application process.

Please do not hesitate to contact GCRF Officer, Jo Stoner, with any questions: [email protected].

For more details, visit KE uni website