Doctoral funding rarely works like a scholarship competition. In most systems the money is attached to a project, a supervisor or a department, which means the decisive step is securing academic support before any application form is submitted.
RMIT PhD scholarship in ovarian cancer and the immune system, valued at the equivalent of an RMIT full scholarship; applications close 31 December 2028.
RMIT PhD scholarship in ovarian cancer and the immune system, valued at the equivalent of an RMIT full scholarship; applications close 31 December 2028.
Fully funded RMIT Vietnam PhD scholarship for a Vietnam-based candidate in science, engineering and technology, with opportunities in AI and machine learning.
Fully funded RMIT Vietnam PhD scholarship for a Vietnam-based candidate in science, engineering and technology, with opportunities in AI and machine learning.
DestinationVietnamStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byDec 31, 2026
RMIT Vietnam PhD scholarship for Vietnam-based candidates, including a full tuition fee waiver and annual stipend for research in accounting, finance, economics and AI applications.
RMIT Vietnam PhD scholarship for Vietnam-based candidates, including a full tuition fee waiver and annual stipend for research in accounting, finance, economics and AI applications.
DestinationVietnamStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byDec 31, 2026
A useful summary for PhD Scholarship to optimise and improve aeration process in sewage (RMIT University) is not available. Check the official source for details.
A useful summary for PhD Scholarship to optimise and improve aeration process in sewage (RMIT University) is not available. Check the official source for details.
PhD scholarship for experimental research in renewable-energy conversion and storage, including materials synthesis, characterisation and catalysis or battery applications.
PhD scholarship for experimental research in renewable-energy conversion and storage, including materials synthesis, characterisation and catalysis or battery applications.
University of Glasgow School of Computing Science offers postgraduate research excellence bursaries for home and international PhD applicants in Computing Science starting in 2027.
University of Glasgow School of Computing Science offers postgraduate research excellence bursaries for home and international PhD applicants in Computing Science starting in 2027.
A four-year rotation PhD programme in plant and microbial sciences at the John Innes Centre and partner institutes, with funded studentships for UK and international applicants.
A four-year rotation PhD programme in plant and microbial sciences at the John Innes Centre and partner institutes, with funded studentships for UK and international applicants.
DestinationUnited KingdomStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 12, 2026
State Super provides postgraduate research funding for ESG, responsible investment, pensions, superannuation, retirement and related research, with awards for Masters/Honours and PhD students.
State Super provides postgraduate research funding for ESG, responsible investment, pensions, superannuation, retirement and related research, with awards for Masters/Honours and PhD students.
Kate Edger Foundation - Dame Dorothy Winstone Doctoral Completion Award Kate Edger Foundation - Dame Dorothy Winstone Doctoral Completion Award Awards of up to $16,000 each to support women doctoral students to make substantial progress towards completion of a PhD or named Doctorate.
Kate Edger Foundation - Dame Dorothy Winstone Doctoral Completion Award Kate Edger Foundation - Dame Dorothy Winstone Doctoral Completion Award Awards of up to $16,000 each to support women doctoral students to make substantial progress towards completion of a PhD or named Doctorate.
NZD 32,000 annual stipend plus full domestic tuition fees for normally three years; prior doctoral enrolment may reduce tenure. New Zealand citizens and permanent residents entering or undertaking full-time doctoral study at Victoria University of Wellington, meeting doctoral entry requirements. Strong academics, references and research potential required, with current community or industry engagement and a proposal showing an impact pathway and stakeholder analysis.
NZD 32,000 annual stipend plus full domestic tuition fees for normally three years; prior doctoral enrolment may reduce tenure. New Zealand citizens and permanent residents entering or undertaking full-time doctoral study at Victoria University of Wellington, meeting doctoral entry requirements. Strong academics, references and research potential required, with current community or industry engagement and a proposal showing an impact pathway and stakeholder analysis.
DestinationNew ZealandStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 1, 2026
All international, including EU matriculated students, are eligible to apply. The fund will be means tested and is for students who face financial difficulties whilst on their course of study.
All international, including EU matriculated students, are eligible to apply. The fund will be means tested and is for students who face financial difficulties whilst on their course of study.
The University can provide financial assistance in exceptional circumstances in the form of a grant from the Welfare Grant Fund. Awards will be made for the current year of study only.
The University can provide financial assistance in exceptional circumstances in the form of a grant from the Welfare Grant Fund. Awards will be made for the current year of study only.
The week commencing Monday 29 March 2027 The University of St Andrews is pleased to offer up to six full scholarships funded by The Graduate School at St Leonards College, to support exceptional students undertaking doctoral research on a topic that would contribute to the
The week commencing Monday 29 March 2027 The University of St Andrews is pleased to offer up to six full scholarships funded by The Graduate School at St Leonards College, to support exceptional students undertaking doctoral research on a topic that would contribute to the
The Business School Post-Submission Award supports University of Sydney Business School PhD students around thesis submission, providing a stipend for up to six months to strengthen publication and job-market preparation.
The Business School Post-Submission Award supports University of Sydney Business School PhD students around thesis submission, providing a stipend for up to six months to strengthen publication and job-market preparation.
Up to five one-year awards of up to NZD 10,000 each, paid as a fortnightly stipend; part-time awards are prorated. Complete Part III MBChB in the application year and enrol in BMedSci(Hons) or a postgraduate research degree at Auckland the following year before resuming MBChB. GPA at least 7.00, or 6.50 for Māori and Pacific candidates. Domestic and international applicants eligible; at least half the awards go to NZ citizens. Academic merit, research quality and financial need assessed.
Up to five one-year awards of up to NZD 10,000 each, paid as a fortnightly stipend; part-time awards are prorated. Complete Part III MBChB in the application year and enrol in BMedSci(Hons) or a postgraduate research degree at Auckland the following year before resuming MBChB. GPA at least 7.00, or 6.50 for Māori and Pacific candidates. Domestic and international applicants eligible; at least half the awards go to NZ citizens. Academic merit, research quality and financial need assessed.
Up to two one-year awards with a total value of up to NZD 10,000, paid in two equal instalments. New Zealand citizen or permanent resident enrolled in postgraduate research in General Practice and Primary Health Care at Auckland in the following year. GPA/GPE at least 7.00, or 6.50 for Māori or Pacific candidates. Academic merit and research quality determine selection.
Up to two one-year awards with a total value of up to NZD 10,000, paid in two equal instalments. New Zealand citizen or permanent resident enrolled in postgraduate research in General Practice and Primary Health Care at Auckland in the following year. GPA/GPE at least 7.00, or 6.50 for Māori or Pacific candidates. Academic merit and research quality determine selection.
Individual university scholarships generally range from AUD 4,000 to AUD 10,000; amounts, duration and work-placement benefits vary by named award. Domestic university students from first year through PhD in the Trust's South Australian priority fields. Eligibility varies by award, including STEM, rural or regional home base, residential college, academic level and discipline restrictions. Applicants must check the selected award's full criteria.
Individual university scholarships generally range from AUD 4,000 to AUD 10,000; amounts, duration and work-placement benefits vary by named award. Domestic university students from first year through PhD in the Trust's South Australian priority fields. Eligibility varies by award, including STEM, rural or regional home base, residential college, academic level and discipline restrictions. Applicants must check the selected award's full criteria.
NZD 2,666.67 per month for two months; excludes tuition fees and levies. Doctoral candidates able to complete and submit their thesis within the two-month award period, resident in New Zealand throughout. Half-time candidates must change to full-time registration.
NZD 2,666.67 per month for two months; excludes tuition fees and levies. Doctoral candidates able to complete and submit their thesis within the two-month award period, resident in New Zealand throughout. Half-time candidates must change to full-time registration.
The Mawson Lakes Fellowship Program supports eligible students and early career researchers undertaking relevant study or research exchanges between South Australia and Japan for up to six months.
The Mawson Lakes Fellowship Program supports eligible students and early career researchers undertaking relevant study or research exchanges between South Australia and Japan for up to six months.
Slovak government-funded mobility scholarships administered by SAIA for international master's-level students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers and artists undertaking eligible stays at institutions in Slovakia.
Slovak government-funded mobility scholarships administered by SAIA for international master's-level students, PhD students, university teachers, researchers and artists undertaking eligible stays at institutions in Slovakia.
Enterprise PhD scholarship between Flinders University and Port Adelaide Football Club applying AI and data science to performance analytics in elite Australian rules football.
Enterprise PhD scholarship between Flinders University and Port Adelaide Football Club applying AI and data science to performance analytics in elite Australian rules football.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 25, 2026
Flinders University PhD scholarship for research on vision-based deep learning methods to assess biofouling, with industry collaboration and a full-time stipend.
Flinders University PhD scholarship for research on vision-based deep learning methods to assess biofouling, with industry collaboration and a full-time stipend.
ETH Zurich interdisciplinary doctoral fellowship programme for AI foundations and applications across ETH departments, with co-mentorship by two principal investigators from different fields.
ETH Zurich interdisciplinary doctoral fellowship programme for AI foundations and applications across ETH departments, with co-mentorship by two principal investigators from different fields.
DestinationSwitzerlandStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 27, 2026
Funded doctoral position in speech and audio AI focusing on deepfake detection, content-based watermarking, source tracing and trustworthy generative audio.
Funded doctoral position in speech and audio AI focusing on deepfake detection, content-based watermarking, source tracing and trustworthy generative audio.
DestinationFinlandStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
KTH doctoral positions in security and privacy within the Networked Systems Security lab, covering trustworthy networked systems, secure positioning, wireless communications, cryptography and related systems topics.
KTH doctoral positions in security and privacy within the Networked Systems Security lab, covering trustworthy networked systems, secure positioning, wireless communications, cryptography and related systems topics.
DestinationSwedenStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
Partial scholarship for participation in the University of Vienna Sommerhochschule winter school, awarded based on academic excellence and financial need.
Partial scholarship for participation in the University of Vienna Sommerhochschule winter school, awarded based on academic excellence and financial need.
University of Warsaw Doctoral School of Social Sciences call allowing eligible doctoral students who receive a doctoral scholarship and have completed their first year to apply for an increase based on qualifying academic achievements.
University of Warsaw Doctoral School of Social Sciences call allowing eligible doctoral students who receive a doctoral scholarship and have completed their first year to apply for an increase based on qualifying academic achievements.
DestinationPolandStudy levelDoctoralFundingNot specified by providerApply byOct 31, 2026
University of Copenhagen PhD stipends in statistics, probability, insurance mathematics and mathematical economics at the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
University of Copenhagen PhD stipends in statistics, probability, insurance mathematics and mathematical economics at the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
DestinationDenmarkStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 1, 2026
Three-year full-time University of Copenhagen PhD fellowship in natural language processing, combining computational research with doctoral training and salaried employment.
Three-year full-time University of Copenhagen PhD fellowship in natural language processing, combining computational research with doctoral training and salaried employment.
DestinationDenmarkStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 8, 2026
University of Copenhagen PhD stipends in mathematics, offering regular three-year PhD employment and an integrated MSc-PhD route for eligible applicants.
University of Copenhagen PhD stipends in mathematics, offering regular three-year PhD employment and an integrated MSc-PhD route for eligible applicants.
DestinationDenmarkStudy levelDoctoralFundingNot specified by providerApply byNov 1, 2026
Flinders University scholarship supporting eligible PhD students to complete a three-month research internship with an industry partner, through a cash stipend or scholarship extension.
Flinders University scholarship supporting eligible PhD students to complete a three-month research internship with an industry partner, through a cash stipend or scholarship extension.
Flinders University NHMRC-funded PhD scholarship in biomedical nanoengineering and biomaterials for antibiotic potentiation, with an AUD 36,061 annual stipend and eligible tuition fee support.
Flinders University NHMRC-funded PhD scholarship in biomedical nanoengineering and biomaterials for antibiotic potentiation, with an AUD 36,061 annual stipend and eligible tuition fee support.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byDec 12, 2026
Flinders University and South Australian Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing PhD Enterprise Scholarship on quality experiences in youth sport, with an AUD 36,061 annual stipend plus an annual top-up.
Flinders University and South Australian Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing PhD Enterprise Scholarship on quality experiences in youth sport, with an AUD 36,061 annual stipend plus an annual top-up.
Flinders University PhD scholarship for leukemia and related medical research, offering up to AUD 53,299 per year for clinicians or up to AUD 36,061 for non-medical recipients, plus eligible tuition fee offset.
Flinders University PhD scholarship for leukemia and related medical research, offering up to AUD 53,299 per year for clinicians or up to AUD 36,061 for non-medical recipients, plus eligible tuition fee offset.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byDec 31, 2026
Flinders University grant of up to AUD 5,000 toward overseas travel for eligible Higher Degree by Research students completing an international industry internship.
Flinders University grant of up to AUD 5,000 toward overseas travel for eligible Higher Degree by Research students completing an international industry internship.
Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA)
The SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships for academic year 2027/28 fund eligible nationals of SEAMEO member countries who are regular employees of academic/research institutions or government agencies pursuing agriculture and rural-development graduate degrees at six specified universities in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia or the Philippines. Applicants must first submit to their national Ministry of (Higher) Education by 31 October 2026. Only ministry-endorsed shortlisted applicants submit on SEARCA iSCHO in December 2026.
The SEARCA Full Master's and PhD Scholarships for academic year 2027/28 fund eligible nationals of SEAMEO member countries who are regular employees of academic/research institutions or government agencies pursuing agriculture and rural-development graduate degrees at six specified universities in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia or the Philippines. Applicants must first submit to their national Ministry of (Higher) Education by 31 October 2026. Only ministry-endorsed shortlisted applicants submit on SEARCA iSCHO in December 2026.
DestinationIndonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, PhilippinesStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
OeAD – Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
The Ernst Mach Grant – Worldwide supports eligible PhD students, early-career researchers and university lecturers from outside Austria undertaking a 1–9-month supervised research stay at an Austrian university in academic year 2027/28. This is not a full-degree scholarship; applications close on 1 December 2026.
The Ernst Mach Grant – Worldwide supports eligible PhD students, early-career researchers and university lecturers from outside Austria undertaking a 1–9-month supervised research stay at an Austrian university in academic year 2027/28. This is not a full-degree scholarship; applications close on 1 December 2026.
DestinationAustriaStudy levelDoctoral, Postdoctoral, Other levelFundingNot specified by providerApply byDec 1, 2026
PhD scholarship for eligible applicants connected to Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Ma Tsu, with up to five scholarships anticipated for the 2026 application round.
PhD scholarship for eligible applicants connected to Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Ma Tsu, with up to five scholarships anticipated for the 2026 application round.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 30, 2026
Writing-up support award for Faculty of Science PhD and MPhil graduate researchers who have submitted their thesis for examination and are preparing publications while awaiting the result.
Writing-up support award for Faculty of Science PhD and MPhil graduate researchers who have submitted their thesis for examination and are preparing publications while awaiting the result.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoral, Other level, Master’sFundingStipend fellowshipApply byNov 20, 2026
Graduate research scholarship for domestic students undertaking research in optics or closely related problems, with preference for work in genetics, botany, zoology, geology, microbiology or biochemistry.
Graduate research scholarship for domestic students undertaking research in optics or closely related problems, with preference for work in genetics, botany, zoology, geology, microbiology or biochemistry.
Macquarie University offers a funded graduate research scholarship examining how Australian businesses form expectations, perceive uncertainty and make key decisions.
Macquarie University offers a funded graduate research scholarship examining how Australian businesses form expectations, perceive uncertainty and make key decisions.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoral, Master’sFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
Macquarie University offers a PhD scholarship in multi-user delay-Doppler communications for next-generation 6G broadband research, with tuition support and a living stipend.
Macquarie University offers a PhD scholarship in multi-user delay-Doppler communications for next-generation 6G broadband research, with tuition support and a living stipend.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
King Abdulaziz University and its Scientific Endowment support publication fees for eligible scientific research by KAU faculty members, postgraduate students, and KAU scholarship students abroad, with separate eligibility conditions for each track.
King Abdulaziz University and its Scientific Endowment support publication fees for eligible scientific research by KAU faculty members, postgraduate students, and KAU scholarship students abroad, with separate eligibility conditions for each track.
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
A short-term, in-person research fellowship at MBZUAI for final-year master’s students and prospective Ph.D. applicants to gain research experience with MBZUAI faculty before doctoral applications. The official provider states a flexible start and a fellowship duration of up to three months.
A short-term, in-person research fellowship at MBZUAI for final-year master’s students and prospective Ph.D. applicants to gain research experience with MBZUAI faculty before doctoral applications. The official provider states a flexible start and a fellowship duration of up to three months.
DestinationUnited Arab EmiratesStudy levelDoctoralFundingStipend fellowshipApply byRolling deadline
Monash University European Research Foundation ETS
Prestigious graduate research scholarship for research aligned with Monash University Global Challenges including Thriving Communities, Climate Change and Geopolitical Security.
Prestigious graduate research scholarship for research aligned with Monash University Global Challenges including Thriving Communities, Climate Change and Geopolitical Security.
Monash University European Research Foundation ETS
Prestigious Monash PhD living-cost scholarship awarded in the 31 October graduate research scholarship round, with one HASS award and one STEM award each year.
Prestigious Monash PhD living-cost scholarship awarded in the 31 October graduate research scholarship round, with one HASS award and one STEM award each year.
Merit-based fellowship supporting 30 New Americans in full-time US graduate and professional degree programs, including eligible PhD study, with up to USD 90,000 over one to two years.
Merit-based fellowship supporting 30 New Americans in full-time US graduate and professional degree programs, including eligible PhD study, with up to USD 90,000 over one to two years.
DestinationUnited StatesStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 29, 2026
Portable doctoral fellowship for eligible US citizens and permanent residents pursuing engineering or applied-science PhDs at GEM Member Universities, combining tuition, stipend support and an employer internship.
Portable doctoral fellowship for eligible US citizens and permanent residents pursuing engineering or applied-science PhDs at GEM Member Universities, combining tuition, stipend support and an employer internship.
DestinationUnited StatesStudy levelDoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byNov 13, 2026
PhD project developing Stealth Integrated Sensing and Communication methods for UAVs, including theoretical performance bounds, covert transmission codes and multi-antenna beamforming that balances communication, sensing and detectability.
PhD project developing Stealth Integrated Sensing and Communication methods for UAVs, including theoretical performance bounds, covert transmission codes and multi-antenna beamforming that balances communication, sensing and detectability.
A five-year English-language doctoral programme with a full tuition waiver, cost-of-living scholarship and additional support for research visits, conferences and research projects.
A five-year English-language doctoral programme with a full tuition waiver, cost-of-living scholarship and additional support for research visits, conferences and research projects.
PhD Scholarship in NeuroUrology – How Does the Bladder Sense Danger? is an official opportunity. A$36,061 p.a. fully funded ARC scholarship This listing covers PhD Scholarship in NeuroUrology – How Does the Bladder Sense Danger?.
PhD Scholarship in NeuroUrology – How Does the Bladder Sense Danger? is an official opportunity. A$36,061 p.a. fully funded ARC scholarship This listing covers PhD Scholarship in NeuroUrology – How Does the Bladder Sense Danger?.
EMRNet Honours and PhD Scholarships is an official opportunity. A$7,500 honours or A$40,000 p.a. PhD support This listing covers EMRNet Honours and PhD Scholarships.
EMRNet Honours and PhD Scholarships is an official opportunity. A$7,500 honours or A$40,000 p.a. PhD support This listing covers EMRNet Honours and PhD Scholarships.
Indigenous Australian Postgraduate Research Scholarship is an official opportunity. A$55,379 p.a. stipend and extended programme-duration support This listing covers Indigenous Australian Postgraduate Research Scholarship.
Indigenous Australian Postgraduate Research Scholarship is an official opportunity. A$55,379 p.a. stipend and extended programme-duration support This listing covers Indigenous Australian Postgraduate Research Scholarship.
Research Training Program (RTP) Fees-Offset is an official opportunity. Domestic tuition fee offset This listing covers Research Training Program (RTP) Fees-Offset.
Research Training Program (RTP) Fees-Offset is an official opportunity. Domestic tuition fee offset This listing covers Research Training Program (RTP) Fees-Offset.
Disability Scholars Research Scholarship is an official opportunity. A$35,656 p.a. stipend plus up to A$6,000 research allowance This listing covers Disability Scholars Research Scholarship.
Disability Scholars Research Scholarship is an official opportunity. A$35,656 p.a. stipend plus up to A$6,000 research allowance This listing covers Disability Scholars Research Scholarship.
Co-funded Monash Graduate Scholarship is an official opportunity. Living allowance, relocation allowance and possible tuition package This listing covers Co-funded Monash Graduate Scholarship.
Co-funded Monash Graduate Scholarship is an official opportunity. Living allowance, relocation allowance and possible tuition package This listing covers Co-funded Monash Graduate Scholarship.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelResearch, DoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byOct 31, 2026
Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend is an official opportunity. Living allowance stipend and possible relocation support This listing covers Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend.
Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend is an official opportunity. Living allowance stipend and possible relocation support This listing covers Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend.
AGRTP Return to Study Scholarship is an official opportunity. Stipend, fee exemption, operating and relocation support This listing covers AGRTP Return to Study Scholarship.
AGRTP Return to Study Scholarship is an official opportunity. Stipend, fee exemption, operating and relocation support This listing covers AGRTP Return to Study Scholarship.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelResearch, DoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byRolling deadline
AGRTP Indigenous Scholarship is an official opportunity. A$50,000 stipend, fee exemption, research and relocation support This listing covers AGRTP Indigenous Scholarship.
AGRTP Indigenous Scholarship is an official opportunity. A$50,000 stipend, fee exemption, research and relocation support This listing covers AGRTP Indigenous Scholarship.
DestinationAustraliaStudy levelResearch, DoctoralFundingTuition and stipendApply byRolling deadline
The DAAD United States applicant route funds eligible doctoral researchers and recent postdoctoral researchers undertaking a defined research project in Germany beginning in 2027.
The DAAD United States applicant route funds eligible doctoral researchers and recent postdoctoral researchers undertaking a defined research project in Germany beginning in 2027.
This DAAD route supports eligible United States-based doctoral researchers completing a bi-nationally supervised doctorate or formal cotutelle with a German host institution.
This DAAD route supports eligible United States-based doctoral researchers completing a bi-nationally supervised doctorate or formal cotutelle with a German host institution.
The CYD Proof of Concept Fellowship supports applied cyber-defence research leading to an innovative product or service with commercialisation potential.
The CYD Proof of Concept Fellowship supports applied cyber-defence research leading to an innovative product or service with commercialisation potential.
P.E.O. Scholar Awards provide substantial merit-based support to women pursuing a doctoral-level degree in the United States or Canada and approaching completion of their programme.
P.E.O. Scholar Awards provide substantial merit-based support to women pursuing a doctoral-level degree in the United States or Canada and approaching completion of their programme.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship – International Round supports outstanding applicants from outside the United Kingdom undertaking an eligible full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge. Applicants from eligible countries outside the United Kingdom apply through the international funding round.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship – International Round supports outstanding applicants from outside the United Kingdom undertaking an eligible full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Cambridge. Applicants from eligible countries outside the United Kingdom apply through the international funding round.
The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship provides need-based support to women from outside the United States and Canada who are pursuing full-time graduate study in the United States or Canada.
The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship provides need-based support to women from outside the United States and Canada who are pursuing full-time graduate study in the United States or Canada.
Swiss State Secretariat for Education Research and Innovation
A fully funded scholarship from Swiss State Secretariat for Education Research and Innovation. CHF 2,450 per month for research and eligible arts scholarship categories, subject to official conditions.
A fully funded scholarship from Swiss State Secretariat for Education Research and Innovation. CHF 2,450 per month for research and eligible arts scholarship categories, subject to official conditions.
DestinationSwitzerlandStudy levelMaster’s, DoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byDeadline to be confirmed
Ministry of Education Culture Sports Science and Technology Japan
The official MEXT 2027 embassy-recommendation route covers research students arriving in April or September/October 2027. Embassies and consulates set country-specific application deadlines and first-screening schedules.
The official MEXT 2027 embassy-recommendation route covers research students arriving in April or September/October 2027. Embassies and consulates set country-specific application deadlines and first-screening schedules.
DestinationJapanStudy levelMaster’s, Doctoral, PostdoctoralFundingFully fundedApply byDeadline to be confirmed
Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities
A full-time Türkiye Scholarships route for associate, bachelor's, master's and PhD study. The official programme page says applications are received every year from 10 January to 20 February; confirm the 2027 dates when announced.
A full-time Türkiye Scholarships route for associate, bachelor's, master's and PhD study. The official programme page says applications are received every year from 10 January to 20 February; confirm the 2027 dates when announced.
Doctoral packages take three forms: a tax-free stipend with fees paid, an employment contract with a salary and social insurance, or a fee waiver only. The employment model is standard in much of continental Europe and materially changes your tax, pension and visa position.
Eligibility
Eligibility patterns to check first
Supervisor agreement is a prerequisite for the majority of funded doctoral routes.
Project-linked studentships restrict the research topic, sometimes narrowly.
Nomination-based national awards have internal university deadlines months before the public one.
A research master's or first-class honours degree is commonly required.
Funding duration is usually three to four years and does not always match the programme length.
Deadlines
How the deadlines work
Project-linked positions are advertised continuously with individual closing dates. Competition-based studentships cluster from November to February. Nomination-based awards require you to work backwards from an internal deadline that is rarely advertised publicly.
Applying
Application advice for this search
Contact potential supervisors months before the deadline with a specific research overlap.
Match your proposal to the funder's format, which is often stricter than the university's.
Confirm the funding duration against the expected programme length and plan for the gap.
Ask whether the position is a stipend or an employment contract before accepting.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a supervisor before applying for PhD funding?
In most systems, yes. Project-linked positions in Europe and Australia are selected by the research group, and nomination-based awards in Canada and the UK require institutional backing that only a supervisor can initiate.
Is a funded PhD position a job?
In several countries it is. Germany, the Netherlands and the Nordic countries commonly employ doctoral candidates on salaried contracts with pension and social insurance rather than paying a tax-free stipend.
Can I do a PhD without funding?
You can, but in systems where doctoral study is normally funded, being unfunded can signal a weak application and leaves you without the departmental support that funded candidates receive. Consider whether the destination charges domestic doctoral fees first.