Swansea University Research Scholarship 2026
About this scholarship
Swansea University Research Scholarships support postgraduate research at Swansea University, with opportunities across many subjects and funding that may include full tuition and a living stipend.
Swansea University Research Scholarship is a broad funding umbrella used for research degree scholarships at Swansea University in the United Kingdom. These awards support students undertaking postgraduate research, especially at PhD level, and in some cases also MPhil, MRes, and other research master's routes depending on the specific advertised project or scheme.
The scholarship offering is project-led and varies by subject area. Reference postings show opportunities across engineering, computer science, psychology, arts, sciences, social sciences, law, education, business, and related disciplines. Many Swansea research scholarships are advertised as fully funded, commonly covering full tuition fees and a maintenance stipend. Some project adverts may also include additional research support, while other Swansea research awards can be partially funded or fee-only depending on the source of funding.
Eligibility depends on the individual scholarship advert and the entry requirements for the relevant research programme. Applicants are generally expected to have a strong academic background in a relevant subject, often including at least a good undergraduate degree and, for some projects, a relevant master's qualification. International applicants are commonly eligible for many Swansea research scholarships, although fee status and funding arrangements can differ between awards. English language evidence is required where applicable under Swansea University's admissions rules.
Applications are usually made through Swansea University's postgraduate research admissions process or through a specific scholarship advert linked to a named project. Students should look carefully at the project description, academic requirements, funding package, and any additional conditions such as research proposal requirements, references, or ATAS clearance for certain subject areas.
- Host institution: Swansea University
- Host country: United Kingdom
- Typical level: PhD, with some opportunities at MPhil or MRes/research master's level
- Funding: varies by scholarship; many are fully funded
Because Swansea University Research Scholarships cover many separate opportunities, applicants should always check the individual listing for exact funding, eligibility, and application instructions.
Eligibility
Who can apply for this scholarship
Eligibility varies by project and department. Applicants typically need to meet Swansea University's entry requirements for the relevant research degree and hold a strong academic background in a related discipline. Many opportunities are open to both United Kingdom and international applicants, though fee-status rules and funding terms may differ by award.
Requirements
Documents typically needed to apply
Language requirements
English language proficiency may be required for international applicants; some project adverts specify IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or Swansea University recognised equivalent.
Where you can use this
Open positions accepting Swansea University Research Scholarship.
