University of Leicester 2022 Future 100 PhD Scholarships for International Students

The University of Leicester are investing £9m in 100 PhD Scholarships for entry in autumn 2022 as part of its ambition to deliver on its strategic aim to ‘nurture the next generation of researchers to become world-leaders in their field’. 25 scholarships will be distributed through the College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, which comprises nine schools: Archaeology and Ancient History; Arts (encompassing English, History of Art and Film, and Modern Languages); Business; Criminology; Education; History, Politics and International Relations; Law; Media, Communication and Sociology; Museum Studies.

• Table of Content
• About University of Leicester
• Future 100 PhD Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Future 100 PhD Scholarships
• Requirements for Future 100 PhD Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Leicester

The University of Leicester (i/?l?st?/ LES-t?r) is a public research university based in Leicester, England. The main campus is south of the city centre, adjacent to Victoria Park. The university established itself as a research-led university and was previously ranking among the top 20 universities in the United Kingdom. It was awarded University of the Year by The Times in 2008. As of 2016/17 the university is nationally ranked 25th in the The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 32nd in the The Complete University Guide and 47th in the The Guardian.... continue reading

Future 100 PhD Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of Future 100 PhD Scholarships

Studentships provide funding for 3.5 years to include:

• Tuition fees at UK rate
• Stipend at UKRI rates (currently £15,609. 2022 rates to be confirmed)
• Access to a Research Training Support Grant of up to £1,500 pa for 3 years.

International applicants applying for projects listed on this page will need to be able to fund the difference between UK and International fees for the duration of study. 

Requirements for Future 100 PhD Scholarships Qualification

Applicants are required to hold a UK Bachelor Degree 2:1 or better overseas equivalent and a Masters degree both in a relevant subject

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Below you will find a list of project proposals from supervisors across the College. Please be aware that not all of these projects will necessarily be funded. It is possible to apply for up to two projects.

For more details, visit University of Leicester website.