Study in the UK with the Leeds Scholarship! Applications for the fully funded Leeds Doctoral Scholarships 2025-2026 are now open. These prestigious awards offer international students £19,237 annually, covering full academic fees and living expenses. With up to six scholarships available, this opportunity supports talented researchers in advancing their academic careers at the University of Leeds. Don’t miss out—subscribe to our YouTube channel for a detailed application guide!
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Doctoral
- Institution: University of Leeds
- Location: United Kingdom
- Course Eligibility: Open for Ph.D. research programs
- Number of Scholarships: 6
- Duration: 3.5 years (full-time); pro-rata for part-time
- Application Deadline: Tuesday, 1 April 2025
Scholarship Coverage
- Full Academic Fees: Covers three years for full-time study (pro-rata for part-time study).
- Maintenance Grant: £19,237 annually (2024/25 rate), adjusted in line with UKRI rates. Part-time awards receive 60% of the full-time rate.
- Award Duration: 3.5 years for full-time study (pro-rata for part-time); initially awarded for one year, renewable based on academic progress.
- Additional Opportunity: Consider applying for the DAAD Scholarship.
Eligible Fields of Study
- Arts, Humanities, and Cultures: Includes the Institute for Medieval Studies, School of English, School of Fine Art, and more.
- Biological Sciences: Covers the School of Biology, School of Biomedical Sciences, and related fields.
- Business: Encompasses Accounting, Finance, International Business, Marketing, and more.
- Environment: Includes the School of Geography and School of Earth and Environment.
- Medicine and Health: Covers the School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, and Leeds Institute of Health Sciences.
- Social Sciences: Covers the School of Politics and International Studies, School of Law, and more
Eligibility Criteria for Leeds Doctoral Scholarship
- Language Requirement: Proficiency in English is required. Applicants must meet the University’s minimum standard (IELTS 6.0 overall, no component below 5.5, or equivalent). Higher requirements may apply for some schools.
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries.
- Academic Qualifications: Must hold a First Degree equivalent to a UK First-Class Honours Degree. Those with lower marks may be considered if they have a Master’s with Distinction or relevant experience.
- Fee Status: Must be classified as a UK fee-paying student.
- New Researchers: Open to new postgraduate researchers pursuing full-time or part-time PhD studies. Current PhD students are not eligible.
- Residence Requirement: Must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds during the scholarship period.
How to Apply?
- Step 1: Apply for a Research Programme
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Apply for the research programme of your choice at the University of Leeds.
- Ensure all required supporting documents are included; incomplete applications will not be considered.
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- Step 2: Apply for the Scholarship
- After receiving your 9-digit Student Application ID, complete the online scholarship application form.
- Note: Unsuccessful scholarship applications do not affect eligibility for other funding at the University.
- Selection Process
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Shortlisted candidates will be nominated by their respective schools to the University’s Scholarship Selection Pane.
- Selection is based on academic merit; financial hardship is not a criterion.
- Successful applicants will be announced within 10 weeks of the application deadline.
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