The Sykes Masters Studentship in Italian Studies

The Selwyn Sykes Studentships enters its ninth year at Selwyn College, offering one studentship for UK MPhil students focusing on Italian studies for entry in October 2026. The Studentship is a partial award and is open to exceptionally well-qualified candidates, of outstanding academic potential, who intend to study at the College for an MPhil with a focus on Italian Studies. Eligible applicants must have applied for admission, or already received an offer of admission to the University of Cambridge. Those wishing to be considered for the Selwyn Sykes Studentship should apply to the University in the normal manner, indicating their preference for Selwyn College. The successful applicants will be selected by the College, in consultation with the Italian Section, and must become a member of Selwyn College on taking up the Studentship. The studentship covers home fees and maintenance costs for one year of full-time study.