School of Computing PhD (GTA) Studentships

The School of Computing at the University of Kent offers fully-funded 3.5-year PhD Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) scholarships for Home students. GTA awards include tuition fees plus a combined maintenance grant and salary equivalent to the Research Councils UK National Minimum Doctoral Stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27) for the first three years, followed by fees and maintenance grant for an additional six months. Scholars also receive fee-paid teacher in Higher Education training through the Associate Fellowship Scheme. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, recipients will complete a PhD programme of research while working approximately 200 hours per annum in years 1 to 3. Teaching duties include up to 96 contact hours per year or demonstrating up to 130 contact hours per year, plus related duties such as marking, preparation and examination. The University of Kent provides a supportive environment for research with a vibrant postgraduate population, encouraging students to engage with the wider research community through conferences and internships with leading industrial companies.