Daniel Siemens

Newcastle University is advertising the Iland Postgraduate Research Studentship Award (2026–27 entry) for a PhD in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. This opportunity is aligned with research in European history, European culture, political thought, language, and literature . The post was shared by Professor Daniel Siemens , Professor of European History at Newcastle University, who notes that there is a strong group of potential PhD supervisors available. Funding: the studentship is funded for 3 years, covers tuition fees at the home rate, and includes an annual stipend of currently £21,805 . The award is open to both Home and International applicants, although international recipients must secure alternative funding for the difference between Home and International fees. Eligibility: applicants must either hold an offer of admission for a PhD starting 1 October 2026 or be a current PhD student who will have completed no more than 18 months of full-time study or 36 months of part-time study by that date. Deadline: the application closing date is 26 June 2026 . If you are interested in doctoral research in European studies, history, literature, or related humanities and social science fields, this is a relevant funded PhD opportunity at Newcastle University.