Fully Funded PhD and Master's Scholarships in Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Politics, Business, and STEM (UK, Italy, Global) Multiple institutions (King's College London, Luiss University, University of Edinburgh, Swansea University, Leeds University) in United Kingdom

Explore a curated list of fully funded and prestigious academic scholarships for PhD, Master's, and undergraduate studies across leading global institutions. Opportunities span a wide range of disciplines including arts, humanities, social sciences, political science, business, STEM, and more. These scholarships are open to international students and, in some cases, specifically support underrepresented or displaced individuals.

PhD Scholarships:
- African Creativity Beyond Borders Prize Programme (King’s College London): Four fully funded PhD scholarships for interdisciplinary research rooted in African creativity, culture, and impact. Open to applicants with backgrounds in arts, humanities, creative practice, social sciences, policy, or development studies. Funding includes full tuition, UKRI stipend (£22,780), and research support. Only one scholarship is available for international students. Deadline: 13 February 2026.
- PhD in Politics (Luiss University, Italy): Seven fully funded scholarships for a three-year English-taught PhD in Politics. Research clusters include European Integration, Elections, Global Studies, and Social Innovation. Open to non-Italian citizens with a Master’s or equivalent. Annual stipend €16,243–€22,171.88. Deadline: 23 January 2026.
- Leeds University Business School PhD Excellence Scholarships: 21 scholarships across seven business-related departments. Full tuition and maintenance allowance (£20,780, rising annually) for up to 3.5 years. Open to all nationalities. Deadlines: 4 March 2026 (PhD application), 11 March 2026 (scholarship application).

Master’s Scholarships:
- Education Beyond Borders (University of Edinburgh): Up to 20 scholarships for displaced individuals residing in the UK, covering full or partial tuition and stipends. Open to eligible UK immigration statuses. Deadline: 17 February 2026.
- Swansea University Research Scholarships: Fully funded opportunities for PhD, MPhil, MRes, and Master’s by Research in diverse fields including social sciences, STEM, engineering, and computing. Open to UK and international students. Deadlines vary by program (earliest: 11 December 2025; others: January–April 2026).

Eligibility Highlights:
- Strong academic background in relevant field (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree).
- English language proficiency (e.g., IELTS 7.0 for Leeds).
- Specific scholarships may require particular immigration status or residency.
- Research proposal, CV, academic transcripts, and references are commonly required.

Funding:
- Most scholarships are fully funded, covering tuition and providing a living stipend.
- Additional support for research, conferences, and training may be available.
- Visa and relocation costs are generally not included.

Application Window:
- Deadlines range from December 2025 to March 2026, with most programs starting in October 2026.

For more information and to apply, visit the official scholarship or university websites linked above. These opportunities offer a pathway to world-class research, professional development, and a vibrant academic community.