Scholarship

President's PhD Scholarships

Imperial College London Original Source

About This Opportunity

The President's PhD Scholarship offers 50 fully funded PhD places at Imperial College London, designed for high-achieving candidates eager to pursue cutting-edge research. Scholars have the flexibility to choose their own research project under the guidance of a leading supervisor, while also engaging in cohort-building activities with fellow President's PhD Scholars. Open to candidates worldwide, this prestigious scholarship seeks individuals with exceptional academic records and strong research potential, with no restrictions on nationality. The award provides 3.5 years of funding including full tuition fees, an annual stipend of £26,500 (2026/27 rate) and an annual £2,000 consumables budget for the first three years of study. This scholarship is designed for students starting their PhD journey at one of the world's leading research institutions, covering a wide range of disciplines across engineering, medicine, natural sciences, and business.

42 - 43 mo
50 awards
Varies by round: Round 1 decisions by 31 January 2026, Round 2 by 31 March 2026, Round 3 by 31 May 2026

Who Can Apply

Region
Global
Project in
United Kingdom
Applicants
individual

Application Details

Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 multi_round

Required documents

cv research_proposal transcripts

Review process

Candidates apply through the online admissions system. Departments nominate candidates based on academic merit and potential. Applications are reviewed in three rounds.

Additional benefits

  • networking
  • equipment

Restrictions

  • no_concurrent_funding