Apply Now – Fully Funded PhD Scholarships in the UK: Midlands Graduate School ESRC DTP 2026

The Midlands Graduate School (MGS) ESRC Doctoral Training Partnership is offering fully funded PhD scholarships for the 2026 entry. Here’s what you need to know:

Eligibility Criteria

• Hold an undergraduate degree with a 2:1 or above
• Research topic falls within the social sciences
• Open to UK and international students worldwide

Benefits

• Full tuition fee coverage
• Annual living stipend of approximately £20,780
• Additional support for fieldwork and research training
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary research and collaboration

Program Structure

• 1+3.5 route (Master’s + PhD) or +3.5 route (PhD only)
• Duration varies from 3.5 to 8 years, depending on training requirements

Participating Universities

• University of Warwick
• University of Nottingham
• University of Birmingham
• Loughborough University
• Aston University
• De Montfort University
• University of Leicester
• Nottingham Trent University

Application Process

1. Apply for admission to your chosen university
2. Submit the ESRC DTP application via their portal
   Deadline: January 13, 2026 (12 noon GMT)

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