The University of Westminster is pleased to announce the Quintin Hogg Trust PhD Studentships for the academic year 2025/26. This prestigious program offers 10 fully funded opportunities for exceptional researchers to begin their doctoral journey in September 2025 or January 2026.

Eligibility for the PhD Studentship at the university is open to domestic and international students with a strong academic background and a compelling research proposal. Applicants must align their research with the university’s key themes, demonstrate interdisciplinary potential, and reflect the institution’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. International students are required to cover the difference between home and overseas tuition fees.

The University of Westminster is a globally recognized institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Established in 1838 as the first polytechnic in the UK, it offers a diverse range of programs across disciplines such as arts, science, technology, business, and law. With a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and industry connections, the university fosters a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for global challenges.

Application Deadline: 21 February 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Westminster
• Department: Multiple departments across 12 Schools
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Fee waiver (home fee level) and an annual stipend matching UKRI levels, including London weighting
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: 10
• Nationality: Domestic and international students
• The award can be taken in: United Kingdom

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is available for any subject offered by the University of Westminster’s Schools, including but not limited to:
  • School of Applied Management
  • School of Architecture and Cities
  • School of Arts
  • School of Computer Science and Engineering
  • School of Finance and Accounting
  • School of Humanities
  • Westminster Law School
  • School of Life Sciences
  • School of Management and Marketing
  • School of Media and Communication
  • School of Organisations, Economy and Society
  • School of Social Sciences
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Propose research that aligns with one or more key themes of the university’s Research Communities.
  • Demonstrate strong inter-disciplinary research potential.
  • Reflect the university’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Meet the minimum academic requirements for PhD admission at the University of Westminster.
  • International applicants must cover the difference between the home fee waiver and the international fee (£17,000 for the 2025/26 academic year).

How to Apply

1. Submit the application by 5pm on Friday, 7 February 2025.
2. Include the title of the studentship, “The Quintin Hogg Trust Studentship,” in the application.
3. Review the “Thinking of Doing a PhD” page for guidance.
4. Contact the relevant School PhD Coordinator for queries or informal guidance.

The Quintin Hogg Trust Studentship. Read more about our entry requirements for research degrees, and on how to apply.

Benefits

• Fee Waiver: Covers home tuition fees.
• Annual Stipend: Matches UKRI stipend levels, including London weighting (24/25 stipend was £21,237; updates for 25/26 pending).
• Duration: Three years of stipend support, plus a six-month no-fee writing-up period.

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