Russell Trust Awards (Postgraduate Research)

The Fife-based Russell Trust was founded in 1947 in memory of Captain Pat Russell, an alumnus of the University of St Andrews who was killed in the Second World War. The Trust has been a supporter of the University for many years, providing generous contribution to fund scholarships and provide resources for Library computer clusters, MUSA and underwater archaeological research. In 2025-2026, the Russell Trust will provide awards of up to £1,500 to PhD students to enable them to travel in order to carry out research for their PhD project. The awards are intended to cover travel costs in full or – where costs exceed £1,500 – to provide a substantial contribution to these. Applications are particularly welcome from students who are required to undertake international travel in order to carry out their research. Funds are awarded to active research projects only; applications to assist with attendance at meetings/participation or attendance at conferences will not be considered. Awards are made for the costs of travel only; not to assist with the payment of tuition fees, accommodation or any other expenses incurred during your trip.