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St Leonard’s College World‑Leading Doctoral Scholarships – University of St Andrews 2027

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Organization
University of St Andrews
Location
UK
Opportunity type
scholarship
Deadline
October 18, 2026
Published
September 3, 2026

Quick summary

The University of St Andrews St Leonard’s College World‑Leading Doctoral Scholarships offer fully funded awards to support exceptional students undertaking doctoral research on a topic that would contribute to the world-leading theme of the University Strategy. Application Deadlines Closes: 20 January 2027 Notification: Week commencing 29 March 2027 Tell Me About The Scholarship The St Leonard’s College World‑Leading Doctoral Scholarships are among the most prestigious awards at the University of St Andrews. Funded by the Graduate School, they support exceptional doctoral students whose research contributes to the University’s world‑leading strategic themes.

Eligibility: Apply for a doctoral/PhD programme at St Andrews. Not already hold or be matriculated for a doctoral degree. Start their programme in August, September, October 2027 or January/May 2028. Demonstrate academic merit through transcripts, CV, and research proposal.

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Overview

The University of St Andrews St Leonard’s College World‑Leading Doctoral Scholarships offer fully funded awards to support exceptional students undertaking doctoral research on a topic that would contribute to the world-leading theme of the University Strategy.

Application Deadlines

Closes: 20 January 2027

Notification: Week commencing 29 March 2027

Tell Me About The Scholarship

The St Leonard’s College World‑Leading Doctoral Scholarships are among the most prestigious awards at the University of St Andrews. Funded by the Graduate School, they support exceptional doctoral students whose research contributes to the University’s world‑leading strategic themes. Up to six full scholarships are available.

Which Fields are Eligible

Scholarships are open to all doctoral research programmes across Schools including

Art History

Biology

Computer Science

Medicine

Business School…and many more across Humanities, Sciences, and Social Sciences.

Type

Doctoral Scholarship | PhD | International, UK & EU Students

Who Can Apply

Applicants must

Apply for a doctoral/PhD programme at St Andrews.

Not already hold or be matriculated for a doctoral degree.

Start their programme in August, September, October 2027 or January/May 2028.

Demonstrate academic merit through transcripts, CV, and research proposal.

How Are Scholars Selected

Selection is based on academic excellence and research potential.

Applications are assessed by the Graduate School panel.

Which Countries are Eligible

Global – open to Scotland home, rest of UK, and overseas fee status students.

Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken

University of St Andrews, Scotland, UK.

How Many Scholars

Up to six doctoral scholarships available.

What is the Benefit of the Scholarship

Full tuition fee coverage.

Annual stipend: £20,467 (2026–2027 rate), reviewed annually.

Access to GRADskills training programme and career development support.

How Long Will the Scholarship Last

3.5 years full‑time or 7 years part‑time.

Required Documents

University transcripts (including interim transcripts).

Research proposal (or personal statement if proposal not required).

Curriculum Vitae (CV).

How to Apply

Apply for a doctoral programme at St Andrews.

Wait up to 3 working days for login details to the My Application portal.

Log in, go to Scholarships and Funding, and search for Postgraduate Research Scholarships.

Complete the application form to be automatically considered for the World‑Leading Doctoral Scholarships.

📍 Location: University of St Andrews, Scotland, UK📧 Contact: pgscholarships@st‑andrews.ac.uk

🌐 Visit the application webpage for details

Eligibility

Apply for a doctoral/PhD programme at St Andrews. Not already hold or be matriculated for a doctoral degree. Start their programme in August, September, October 2027 or January/May 2028. Demonstrate academic merit through transcripts, CV, and research proposal.

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