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There are a range of costs associated with financing your studies, including fees and accommodation.

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Fixed living costs are regular costs relating to where you are living (either in University accommodation or private accommodation), typically incurring on a monthly basis. More detailed information can be found here . 

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Not all of the costs outlined above will be relevant for every student and costs will vary depending on your preferences.

You should research most of these costs in advance and add them to a budget before arriving in Edinburgh. 

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The School of Chemistry in Edinburgh appoints approximately 50 PhD students each year.

These studentships span a range of research areas , and are funded by Research Councils, Industry and by charitable endowments. Different eligibilities, deadlines and selection procedures apply depending on the source of funding as outlined below. Appointments to PhD studentships can only be made by formal application through the EUCLID Postgraduate Admissions web page .

Studentships via School of Chemistry

These types of studentships cover all fees and a living expenses stipend for eligible students. Early contact with the potential PhD supervisor is encouraged to verify eligibility before submitting a formal application. Please note that in the majority of cases, eligibility for these studentships is restricted to UK or EU nationals.

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Studentships via Centres for Doctoral Training

The School of Chemistry is both leading, and involved in, many Centres for Doctoral Training, funded by the UK research councils, industry and the UK Government. Applications for these PhD studentships often require the support of a PhD supervisor who is partnered with a particular Training Centre. Please note that in the majority of cases, eligibility is restricted to UK or EU nationals, and annual application deadlines apply.

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• Criticat: Critical Resource Catalysis
• Integrative Sensing and Measurement
• Soft Matter and Functional Interfaces
• NERC E4 (Edinburgh Earth, Ecology & Environment) DTP

Prize PhD Scholarships

We offer a number of prize scholarships to applicants of outstanding merit, including UK, EU and overseas applicants. Annual deadlines apply, and all applications require the support of a specific potential PhD supervisor . Early application is encouraged in all cases.

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Self-funded PhD Studentships

Occasionally, students who have obtained a qualifying degree with an upper 2nd class honours degree or higher (or equivalent) may wish to self-fund their PhD studies. Subject to a successful interview with a potential supervisor, applicants are required to demonstrate the ability to cover the costs of 3 years of postgraduate tuition fees at the appropriate home/EU or overseas rate, and be able to support themselves financially throughout the 3-year duration of the PhD. Additional bench fees may apply depending on the research project and group being applied for.

International students requiring visas will also need to demonstrate complete financial independence to the UK Border Agency. Candidates enrolled on full-time PhD programmes are not permitted to seek outside work alongside their PhD. All applicants eligible to pay overseas tuition fees are encouraged to apply for Tercentenary Scholarships , while graduates of the University of Edinburgh are eligible to apply for a tuition fee discount.

Applicants who wish to explore this possibility should contact a potential supervisor clearly stating their intention to self-fund. In some cases, partial funding from a supervisor or Scholarship scheme may be available.

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If you do not see a project here that interests you, please complete the online enquiry form to find out about forthcoming opportunities or request a visit to meet prospective supervisors. We offer a number of prize scholarships to applicants of outstanding merit.

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This article was published on 2023-12-08

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The University offers a 10% discount in postgraduate tuition fees for all alumni who have graduated with an undergraduate degree from the University of Edinburgh (conditions apply).

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Full details of policies and procedures relating to the payment of research student fees and stipends are in Section 3 of the Research Degree Framework .​​

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A standard Edinburgh Napier studentship includes :

• payment of full-time tuition fees at the home/EU rate for three academic years
• 36 monthly stipend payments

A standard studentship does not include payment of writing up fees.

Any Edinburgh Napier studentship is paid subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Information about the University’s current fee rates is available online.

Further details about fees and fee payments for research students are in Section 3.4 of the Research Degree Framework .

The Edinburgh Napier University standard stipend is paid at the national minimum doctoral stipend rate set by  UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).

The stipend rate for 2023/4 is £18,622 (payments from October 2023 to September 2024) 

The stipend rate for 2024/5 is £19,237 (payments from October 2024 to September 2025)  

Further details about stipends for research students are in Section 3.5 of the Research Degree Framework .

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A PhD is the highest academic qualification you can achieve and is awarded on the successful completion of extensive and original research in your chosen field.

There are two main routes to study for a PhD at Edinburgh Napier. We advertise PhD positions through Find a PhD and you can search through those below to see if any match the areas of research that interest you. We also advertise MRes opportunities in this way as well.

Alternatively, you can apply for a PhD or MRes based on a research idea you have developed independently. If you choose this route, we recommend that you identify a suitable supervisor at Edinburgh Napier University with expertise in this area. Whichever route you choose, you’ll need to develop a research proposal. You can find more information about this and other useful advice on how to apply, including finding a supervisor, here .

Some PhDs are fully funded, which means the fees are paid and you will receive a stipend as living expenses. Some may be part-funded, which means only the fees are covered. However, other PhDs, including those based on your own research idea, may not be funded at all and you will have to cover the fees and living expenses yourself. You can find out more about fees and sources of funding here

We lay out the key steps you need to follow to make sure you put together a really strong application

“The idea of doing cutting-edge science in a new field really appealed to me.”

PhD with Integrated Study in Finance

Our Accounting and Finance subject group is one of the largest in the Business School, with approximately 50 academic colleagues providing high quality teaching and research, and a range of research centres and networks which create real-world influence in business, government, and the public sector.

This programme is currently undergoing the final approval process. We anticipate applications will open in January 2024.

The programme offers credited research training for those researching a financial topic, such as behavioural finance, asset pricing, corporate finance and governance, and aspects affecting financial markets and institutions. Supported by experts within the field, you will have the opportunity to develop a doctoral thesis based on original and relevant research.

PhD with Integrated Study in Finance at a glance

• Study over four years full time, with an additional 'writing-up' year available to all
• During your first year, undertake 180 credits of taught courses designed to train you in the theory and methods necessary to conduct high-quality research
• Access numerous database subscriptions to support your research, such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Datastream, Eikon, Morningstar Direct, SNL Financial, and Wharton Research Data Service (WRDS) which features, among others, access to Boardex, Compustat, CRSP, and Sustainalytics data
• Support and access to a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities during your studies
• We encourage our students to aim higher, presenting papers at prestigious conferences and submit articles for publication

Entry requirements

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Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships 2024-25: Funding, Studentships, and Fees

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• Feb 29, 2024

Are you looking for a PhD opportunity at one of the world’s leading universities? If so, you might be interested in applying for the Edinburgh Doctoral College Scholarships (EDCS) for the 2024-25 academic session. The EDCS are prestigious awards that cover the tuition fee and provide a generous stipend for PhD students at the University of Edinburgh. The scholarships are open to UK and overseas students from any discipline, and are awarded based on academic merit and research potential. In this blog, we will give you an overview of the Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships, the eligibility criteria, the application process, and some tips on preparing a strong application. Read on to learn more!

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The Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships, known as EDCS, are part of the University’s initiative to attract the best and brightest PhD students from around the world and to support them with unparalleled research facilities, superb supervision, and development opportunities. The EDCS aim to foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration among the doctoral students and the academic staff.

The Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships, or EDCS, offer the following benefits:

• Full coverage of the University tuition fee for 3 or 4 years, depending on the programme of study
• A stipend of £18,622 per year for living expenses
• Access to a range of training and networking events, workshops, seminars, and conferences organized by the Doctoral College and the academic schools
• Opportunities to engage with the wider research community, industry partners, and public audiences through outreach and impact activities
• Support for personal and professional development, such as career guidance, mentoring, and wellbeing services.

The Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships are open to UK and overseas students who are applying to start their first year of study for an on-campus research degree in 2024-25. The research degree can be either full-time or part-time and can be in any subject area offered by the University.

The main requirements for applying for the Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships are:

• Having, or expecting to obtain, a UK first class or 2:1 honours degree at the undergraduate level or the international equivalent, and preferably a similar calibre of Master’s degree
• Having a strong research proposal that aligns with the University’s research strengths and priorities, and demonstrates originality, feasibility, and significance
• Having a confirmed or potential supervisor who is willing to support your application and supervise your research
• Meeting the English language requirements for your programme of study, if applicable

The application process for the Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships consists of 2 steps:

• Applying for admission to a PhD programme of study at the University. You must submit your application with all the supporting documents, including your research proposal , by the deadline specified by your academic school. You can find the list of available PhD programmes and the application guidance on the University’s website .
• Applying for the EDCS scholarship. You must complete and submit an online scholarship application form by 1 February 2024. You can access the form and the instructions on the Scholarships and Student Funding website .

Please note that you must apply for both admission and scholarship separately and that receiving an offer of admission does not guarantee a scholarship award. The EDCS are highly competitive and only a limited number of scholarships are available each year.

The Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships are awarded based on the quality of your academic record, and your references. So, it is important to prepare your application carefully and demonstrate your suitability and potential for doctoral research.

Here are some tips on how to prepare a strong application for the EDCS:

• Choose a PhD programme and a supervisor that match your research interests and goals.
• Write a clear, concise, and coherent research proposal that outlines the main research question, the aims and objectives, the literature review, the methodology, the expected outcomes, and the contribution to knowledge. 
• You should also explain how your research aligns with the University’s research strengths and priorities, and how it will benefit from the EDCS scheme.
• Provide evidence of your academic achievements, such as transcripts, certificates, awards, publications, or presentations. 
• Also highlight any relevant skills, experience, or training that you have acquired through your previous studies, work, or extracurricular activities.
• Ask for references from 2 academic who can comment on your academic performance, research potential, and suitability for the EDCS.
• You should inform your referees about the EDCS scheme and your research proposal, and ask them to submit their references by the deadline.
• Proofread and edit your application before submitting it. 

After submitting your application for the EDCS, you will receive an acknowledgement email from the Scholarships and Student Funding team. You will also be able to track the status of your application on the online portal.

The EDCS applications are reviewed and ranked by the academic schools, and then by a central selection committee. The selection process may take several weeks, and the final decisions are expected to be announced by the end of April 2024.

If you are successful, you will receive a scholarship offer letter from the University, which will include the terms and conditions of the award. You will need to accept the offer within 2 weeks, and also meet any outstanding conditions of your admission offer.

If you are unsuccessful, you will receive a notification email from the University. You may still be eligible for other funding opportunities, such as the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Awards, the School of Divinity Research Scholarships, or the Scottish Graduate School for Arts and Humanities AHRC Doctoral Training Partnership scholarships. 

Ans: The Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships are highly competitive and only a limited number of awards are made each year. In 2023-24, the University offered 30 EDCS scholarships across all disciplines.

Ans: Yes, you can apply for the EDCS scholarship if you have another source of funding or a partial scholarship, as long as it does not cover the full tuition fee and stipend. However, the EDCS scholarship will be reduced pro-rata according to the amount of your other funding or scholarship.

Ans: The main criteria for selecting the EDCS scholarship recipients are the academic merit and research potential of the applicants and the quality and alignment of their research proposals. 

We hope that this blog gave you a complete overview of the Edinburgh University PhD Scholarships. For more updates on university scholarships like this, subscribe to Leverage Edu today. Thank you for reading!

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