PhD Studentships in Arts and Humanities (AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award) at University of St Andrews University of St Andrews in United Kingdom

The University of St Andrews is offering three fully funded PhD studentships in the Arts and Humanities for entry in 2026/27, supported by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Doctoral Landscape Award. These prestigious awards are designed to strengthen the arts and humanities research ecosystem and provide exceptional interdisciplinary, cohort-based training through the DLA Hub for Scotland, in partnership with the Scottish Graduate School for Arts and Humanities. Eligible subjects include a wide range of disciplines such as History, English, Philosophy, Creative Writing, Drama, Dance, Music, Archaeology, Art History, Classics, Comparative Literature, Digital Humanities, Divinity, Economics, Film Studies, International Education, International Relations, Management, Medieval Studies, Middle East Studies, Modern Languages, Museum Studies, and Social Anthropology. Each studentship covers full tuition fees and provides an annual stipend at UKRI rates (£20,780 for 2025-2026, subject to change), with funding for 3.5 years (up to 4 years with training or placement).

Applicants must first apply for a PhD place at St Andrews in an eligible subject, then submit a scholarship application via the My Application portal, including a research proposal, statement of preparedness, CV, and individual training plan. The application window opens on 2 October 2025 and closes on 1 December 2025. There are no restrictions on domicile or geographical criteria, and both full-time and part-time (daytime) study modes are eligible. The awards offer outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary research, professional development, and engagement with a vibrant cohort of doctoral researchers.

For further details, applicants should consult the university’s scholarship catalogue and contact relevant departments for guidance.