PRHS Doctoral Scholarships 2026

Two full scholarships are available in the School of Philosophy, Religion, and History of Science in 2026/27. These scholarships cover home-rate fees and a maintenance payment, and are available for 3.5 years full-time study (part-time calculated pro-rata). These fully funded PhD places provide an exciting opportunity to pursue postgraduate research in a range of fields covered by the School: applied ethics; history of science; philosophy; and theology and religious studies. The School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science is committed to research excellence, productivity, and the international development of its disciplines. With around 50 research-active staff and almost 100 PhD students, the School has a diverse, lively, and robust community of researchers. The School's strong ethos of supporting research ensures high-quality research at the cutting edge of these disciplines, with staff publishing in peer-reviewed journals, serving on editorial boards and international research groups, and achieving an impressive record of research grant capture. Awards provide full academic fees and a maintenance grant (£20,780 in Session 2025/26) for full-time study, with full-time awards providing full fees for 3 years and a maintenance award for 3.5 years. The award will be made for one year in the first instance and will renew each year subject to satisfactory academic progress.