2025 University of Strathclyde Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarship

Application Deadline: April 11, 2025

Funding Type: Fully Funded

Country to Study: United Kingdom

School to Study: University of Strathclyde

Type: Ph.D.

Sponsor: University of Strathclyde

Gender: Men and Women

If you already have an offer of study commencing in 2025/26, you do not need to apply again, but you should inform us via hass-scholarships@strath.ac.uk quoting your application number and that you wish to be considered for the Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarship funding competition prior to the closing date.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome by the end of May 2025 or sooner.

Successful applicants must be available to start their studies on 1 October 2025

It is important to note that this competition is for tuition fees only, and potential applicants should give this careful consideration because, if successful, it cannot be used in conjunction with any other award. You would need to be able to self-fund the cost of living as there is no stipend with this award. Therefore, you must decide prior to applying whether or not this is financially viable, as no further financial assistance or support is available.

Eligibility Criteria for Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships - University of Strathclyde

1. For doctoral study, we are seeking candidates with an excellent academic record which should comprise of a First-Class undergraduate degree (or equivalent); and/or a relevant Masters degree with Merit/Distinction, and/or evidence of equivalent achievement.
2. Students with an Upper Second-Class degree, or equivalent and a Masters, with an outstanding proposal, may also apply.
3. Candidates must demonstrate strong research potential - evidenced in their research proposal and a clear fit between their research interests and the research strengths of one of the Departments and/or subject areas in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
4. Applicants must be in receipt of an academic offer of a place by 11 April 2025 closing date, therefore early application is advisable.
5. If an offer is not in place the candidate must demonstrate that they have discussed their research with a potential supervisor by submitting a supervisor support letter to their online application
6. Please note that part time study is only available to Home students

Subject eligibility includes:

1. Education
2. Applied Autism Studies
3. Law
4. History
5. History with Genealogical Studies
6. English
7. Creative Writing
8. Journalism (Media and Communications)
9. Gender Studies
10. French
11. Italian
12. Spanish
13. Social Work
14. Social Policy
15. Public Health and Health Policy
16. Criminology
17. Politics
18. Policy Analysis
19. Psychology
20. Physical Activity and Health
21. Obesity and Public Health
22. Physical Activity and Public Health
23. Counselling
24. Speech and Language Therapy
25. Applied Linguistics

Benefits of Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships - University of Strathclyde

These awards will cover the full tuition fee for International and UK postgraduate research students

How to Apply

Identify a potential supervisor

Step 1 – view our research subjects and identify the area in which you want to study

Step 2 – once you’ve found the subject you’re interested in, review the supervisors list on that page and each academic’s profile

Step 3 – contact the relevant supervisor to discuss your intended research topic. Email addresses are available on the supervisor’s staff profile page

Step 4 – the supervisor will advise on the suitability of the subject matter and recommend whether to submit a formal application.

Submit your application

Once you’ve carried out the steps above, please follow the instructions on the ‘Apply’ tab which is available within each of the research subjects pages.

Online application (Pegasus system) – documentation required

1. 1500-word research proposal – the elements we expect to see in a proposal are: Title, Research question(s), Research context, Research methods and Preparedness. References are not counted within the word count.
2. A 2-page CV, including your academic achievements and any professional experience
3. All academic transcripts & certificates to date
4. 2 Academic reference letters
5. IELTS Academic - minimum overall band score of 6.5 or 7.0 (please refer to individual programme regarding minimum requirement), taken within 2 years prior to commencing PhD study or equivalent, if English is not your first language

The University is aware of the temptation to use Generative AI, (including ChatGPT), however these tools do not always generate accurate and up-to-date information. Our academics, who are experts in their field, are very good at identifying when text has been generated in this way and expect your research proposal to be written in your own words. We need to know that you have the academic skills required to write a thesis and can only support you on your journey when we see your own work.

In the Funding section – please state “Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarship 2025/26”

It is only when a supervisory team (minimum of 2 supervisors) has been appointed and accepted, will a conditional offer of a place be issued. You need to have a supporting statement from your chosen supervisor to be considered for this award

For inquiries

hass-pgr-scholarships@strath.ac.uk

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