Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships

The Wolfson Foundation is offering 3 postgraduate research scholarships for Faculty of Social & Historical Sciences students in 2026/27. These will be for areas in history, literature and languages. The intention is that Wolfson Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students who demonstrate the potential to make an impact on their chosen field. Wolfson Scholarships will be awarded solely on academic merit. Ideally the scholars will become significant contributors to the culture of society, whether in the academic sphere or in other areas of intellectual and cultural leadership. The awards are available for doctoral research only, and will be paid over three years (or up to six years part time). For full-time students, it is expected that students complete their doctorate in three years. Students should have an outstanding academic record, usually a first class honours degree at undergraduate level and a Master's degree from a recognised university in a field of study relevant to their proposed doctoral research.