Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship

University of Edinburgh

All United Kingdom scholarships
Full TuitionVery competitive
Covers
Overseas tuition fee waiver
Deadline
January of every year
Level
PhD
Country
United Kingdom
Fields
All fields
Renewable
Yes

Who can apply

  • Any nationality (non-UK) applying for PhD at Edinburgh
  • Exceptional academic record
  • Research proposal aligned with university's strategic areas
  • Automatic consideration upon PhD application — no separate form
  • Selection based on academic merit alone

How to apply

  1. 1Check you meet every point above.
  2. 2Confirm this cycle's deadline on the official site.
  3. 3Gather transcripts, CV, passport, English score and referee letters.
  4. 4Write essays specific to this award.
  5. 5Submit on the official portal and keep a copy.

Apply early, line up strong referees and tailor every essay to the award.

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