University of Kent 2023 EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship for International Students

These scholarships include a doctoral stipend (equivalent to the Research Councils UK National Minimum Doctoral Stipend, £17,668 2022/23 rate, 2023/24 to be announced) for 3.5 years, tuition fees at the home rate and access to further research support funding. If you are applying as an international candidate, Kent will waive the difference between Home and International fees.

• Table of Content
• About University Of Kent
• EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship
• Requirements for EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University Of Kent

Kent is a leading academic institution: 97% of our research was judged to be of international quality in the Research Excellence Framework.

EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship

• These scholarships include a doctoral stipend (equivalent to the Research Councils UK National Minimum Doctoral Stipend, £17,668 2022/23 rate, 2023/24 to be announced) for 3.5 years, tuition fees at the home rate and access to further research support funding.

Requirements for EPSRC Doctoral Scholarship Qualification

• Successful candidates will demonstrate academic excellence and outstanding research potential.
• Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a first or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject, and ideally a Master’s degree or equivalent.
• The studentships are open to Home and Overseas (including EU) students. The number of international studentships awarded per cohort is capped by UKRI at 30%. To be classed as a Home student, candidates must meet the RCUK residency criteria.

UK residential conditions:

• Be a UK National (meeting UKRI residency requirements), or
• Have settled status, or
• Have pre-settled status (meeting residency requirement) or
• Have indefinite leave to remain or enter.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

When applying, students should follow the University of Kent’s online application process. As part of the process, students should include the following:

• Explain reasons for study/outline research proposal
• Provide details/evidence of qualifications
• Provide two academic references
• Provide other personal information and supporting documentation.

For more details,visit University of Kent website