Leeds University Business School PhD Excellence Scholarships 2026/27

Leeds University Business School offers 21 highly competitive PhD Excellence Scholarships across seven departments for the 2026/27 academic year. These scholarships provide full tuition fees plus a maintenance allowance matching UKRI rates (currently £20,780 in 2025/26) for 3.5 years of full-time study. The Business School is recognized globally for excellence in teaching and impactful research, with 90% of submitted research deemed 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent' in the last REF. The scholarships are open to both UK and international applicants pursuing PhD research in areas including strategic innovation, digitalization and employment, UK growth and productivity, workplace inclusion, organizational and consumer behaviour, sustainable business, and global markets. The School maintains a vibrant community of around 210 postgraduate researchers and is committed to diversifying its community, particularly encouraging applications from Black, Asian, and minoritised ethnic communities, LGBT+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Part-time study options are available for UK applicants on a pro-rata basis.