University of Leeds School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science Doctoral Scholarships 2024: There is now available the University of Leeds Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2024. Applications are currently welcome from suitably qualified PhD candidates for a chance to be awarded the fully funded opportunity to study in the United Kingdom.
Two Scholarships are available for UK and International students for postgraduate research study in the School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science. These fully funded research scholarships are available for 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time study offering fees (at Home rate) and maintenance.
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University of Leeds School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science Doctoral Scholarships 2024.
At the University of Leeds School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science Doctoral Scholarships, the awards are available for new Postgraduate Researchers undertaking full-time or part-time research study leading to the degree of PhD. Students who are already registered for PhD research study are excluded from applying.
The award includes full fees (at Home rate – £4,600 for session 2024/3) and a maintenance grant (£15,609 in Session 2024/2- pro rata for part time study). Any applicant accepting this Scholarship will be responsible for any additional fee over the award amount.
Duration of Scholarship
Full-time, 3 years in total (UK and International students) or part-time, 5 years in total (UK students only).
Scholarship Value
The award includes full fees (at Home rate – £4,600 for session 2024/3) and a maintenance grant (£15,609 in Session 2024/2- pro rata for part time study). Any applicant accepting this Scholarship will be responsible for any additional fee over the award amount.
Eligibility Criteria | University of Leeds School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science Doctoral Scholarships 2024
Candidates must have submitted a complete application for PhD study in the School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science (PRHS) by Tuesday, 5.00pm, 8th March 2024 and have submitted an application for the Scholarship, to be considered for the award.
Applicants must not have already been awarded or be currently studying for a doctoral degree.
- Awards must be taken up by 1 October 2024.
- The awards are available for new Postgraduate Researchers undertaking full-time or part-time research study leading to the degree of PhD. Students who are already registered for PhD research study are excluded from applying.
- Applicants for Doctoral Research must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this Scholarship.
Entry requirements
Applicants to research degree programmes should normally have at least a first class or an upper second class British Bachelors Honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline and a master’s degree (or be predicted to obtain a master’s degree). Applicants who are uncertain about the requirements for a particular research degree are advised to contact the Graduate School admissions office prior to making an application.
English language requirements
The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate research study is an IELTS of 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent (please contact the AHC PGR Admissions Team for information about alternative English language qualifications accepted by the School). The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid. A degree from a country in which English is the primary language can be considered valid evidence of English language qualifications provided that it is no more than two years old at the time of the proposed start date.
How to apply University of Leeds School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science Doctoral Scholarships 2024
Stage One
Apply for a research programme of study by completing the online application form by 8th March 2024 5pm.
More details of how to apply for PhD study can be found on our website
A complete application MUST include:
- Copies of all transcripts and degree certificates
- Research proposal
- Sample of written work
- English language evidence
- Two academic references. These must be submitted to ahcpgradmissions@leeds.ac.uk by 8th March 2024.
If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the Faculty’s minimum English language requirements.
Stage Two
Then complete the Scholarship application form also by 5pm on 8th March 2024.
As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Within the School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+; and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.
Contact details
For further details contact the Graduate School admissions office via ahcpgradmissions@leeds.ac.uk
Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 5.00pm, 8th March 2024
Coronavirus information for applicants and offer holders
We hope that by the time you’re ready to start your studies with us the situation with COVID-19 will have eased. However, please be aware, we will continue to review our courses and other elements of the student experience in response to COVID-19 and we may need to adapt our provision to ensure students remain safe. For the most up-to-date information on COVID-19, regularly visit our website, which we will continue to update as the situation changes www.leeds.ac.uk/covid19faqs