The University of Strathclyde’s Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences is offering a limited number of fully funded Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships for the 2025/2026 academic year. These awards are aimed at outstanding PhD candidates and cover tuition fees along with an annual stipend to support doctoral research.
In this post, we’ll share all the essential details about the scholarships, including eligibility, benefits, and how to apply.
Contents
- 1 Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026 Summary
- 2 Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026 Details
- 3 Eligibility Requirements for the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026
- 4 Scholarship Benefits
- 5 Required Documents
- 6 How to Apply for the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026 (Step by Step)
- 7 Selection Process
- 8 Deadline
- 9 Further Information
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Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026 Summary
- Host Country: Scotland
- Study Abroad: Study in UK
- Host University: University of Strathclyde
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships |PhD Scholarships
- Faculty: Humanities & Social Sciences
- Eligible Countries: International and UK
- Reward: Full Tuition Fees
- Language Requirement: Proof of English Proficiency (IELTS)
- Deadline: 11 April 2025
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Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026 Details
The University of Strathclyde launched the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships as part of its 60th-anniversary celebration to support outstanding doctoral researchers. For the 2025/2026 academic year, the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences is offering a limited number of fully funded scholarships for PhD study. These scholarships are open to international and domestic students pursuing full-time or part-time doctoral research in a wide range of disciplines, including Education, English, History, Journalism, Languages, Law, Politics, Psychology, Social Policy, Social Work, and Speech & Language Therapy. Read here for the full eligible subjects
Scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis, with applicants expected to demonstrate academic excellence, research potential, and alignment with the research priorities of their chosen department.
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Eligibility Requirements for the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026
To be considered for the University of Strathclyde Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Candidates must hold an excellent academic record, which may include:
- A First-Class undergraduate degree (or international equivalent); and/or
- A relevant Master’s degree with Merit or Distinction; and/or
- Other evidence of equivalent academic achievement.
- Applicants with an Upper Second-Class undergraduate degree (2:1) and a relevant Master’s degree, along with an exceptional research proposal, are also encouraged to apply.
- A strong research potential is essential and must be demonstrated through a compelling research proposal. There must also be a clear alignment between the applicant’s research interests and the expertise of a department or subject area within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
- Applicants must secure an academic offer for a doctoral place at Strathclyde by the closing date: 11 April 2025. Early application is highly recommended.
- If an offer is not yet in place, candidates must show evidence of prior discussion with a potential supervisor by including a supervisor support letter in their online application.
- Part-time study is only available to Home (UK) students. International students must apply for full-time study.
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Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver for the duration of the doctoral program (up to 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time).
- Access to academic and professional development opportunities within the Faculty.
Please Note:
This scholarship covers tuition fees only. There is no stipend or funding for living costs, so applicants must be able to self-fund their living expenses throughout the programme.
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Required Documents
Applicants must be prepared to submit the following:
- A 1,500-word research proposal including:
Title, Research question(s), Research context, Research methods, and Preparedness.
(Note: References are not counted within the word limit.) - A 2-page CV highlighting academic achievements and relevant professional experience
- All academic transcripts and certificates obtained to date
- Two academic reference letters
- Proof of English language proficiency:
IELTS Academic with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 or 7.0, depending on your programme, taken within 2 years before the start of your PhD (or equivalent qualification), if English is not your first language
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How to Apply for the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/2026 (Step by Step)
To apply for the University of Strathclyde Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships 2025/26, follow these steps carefully:
- Identify a Potential Supervisor
- Visit the University of Strathclyde’s research subjects page and select the area you are interested in.
- Review the list of supervisors under your chosen subject and read their academic profiles.
- Reach out to a relevant supervisor via the email listed on their staff profile to discuss your proposed research topic.
- The supervisor will assess the suitability of your topic and advise you on whether to proceed with a formal application.
- Submit Your Application
- After securing interest from a supervisor, proceed to the application process by following the instructions on the ‘Apply’ tab located on the research subjects pages.
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Selection Process
- Applicants will be informed of the outcome by the end of May 2025 or earlier.
- Successful applicants must be ready to commence their studies on 1 October 2025.
Deadline
11 April 2025.
Further Information
If you already hold an offer to begin your studies in the 2025/26 academic year, you do not need to submit a new application. However, you must notify the university of your interest in the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarship by emailing [email protected] with your application number, indicating that you wish to be considered for the scholarship before the closing date.
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