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University of Reading International PhD Studentship
University of Reading International PhD Studentship in Science, Life Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, and Business University of Reading in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Sociology
Funding
Fully funded. Covers tuition fees at the international rate and a GBP 1,000 per year training and development allowance. For Reading-based study only, it also includes a stipend of GBP 21,805 per year (2026/27 rate). Off-campus applicants receive tuition fees and the training allowance only, with no stipend.
Deadline
Jan 15, 2027
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Reading

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University of Reading International PhD Studentship 2027 is open for applicants interested in doctoral research across a wide range of fields, including science, life sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities, and Henley Business School.
This is a fully funded PhD studentship at the University of Reading in the United Kingdom. Funding includes tuition fees at the international rate and a GBP 1,000 per year training and development allowance. For Reading-based study only, the award also provides a stipend of GBP 21,805 per year (2026/27 rate). Off-campus or distance-learning applicants receive tuition and the training allowance only, without a stipend.
Eligibility highlights include having applied for a PhD programme at Reading, holding at least a bachelor's degree with a UK 2:1 equivalent, and meeting the university's English language requirements. Applicants must also prepare a research proposal of up to 700 words, complete the studentship application form, and provide academic credentials.
Application steps: contact your department first to confirm supervision, apply for PhD admission quoting 'International Research Studentship Competition', and then complete the studentship form. Nominated applicants will submit the proposal for panel review by late March 2027.
Deadline: 15 January 2027. Start date: October 2027. Duration: up to 4 years full-time or up to 6 years part-time.
Funding details
Fully funded. Covers tuition fees at the international rate and a GBP 1,000 per year training and development allowance. For Reading-based study only, it also includes a stipend of GBP 21,805 per year (2026/27 rate). Off-campus applicants receive tuition fees and the training allowance only, with no stipend.
What's required
Applicants must have applied for a place on a PhD programme at the University of Reading, either on campus or off campus/by distance. They must hold at least a bachelor's degree with a UK 2:1 equivalent and meet the University of Reading's English language requirements. A research proposal of up to 700 words, a completed studentship application form, and academic credentials are required. Applicants should contact their department first to confirm supervision.
How to apply
Contact your department first to confirm supervision. Apply for PhD admission and quote 'International Research Studentship Competition'. Then complete the studentship application form. Nominated applicants will submit the proposal for panel review by late March 2027.
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