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Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship 2026-2027
The Edinburgh Global Research Scholarship 2026-2027 is a partially-funded scholarship from University of Edinburgh for PhD pursuing any field in United Kingdom. Deadline: February 2026.
- Funding
- Partial Funding
- Degree levels
- PhD
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Funded by
- university
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Covers the difference between UK/EU and overseas tuition fees (approximately GBP 16,000-20,000 per year depending on discipline)
- Deadline
- February 2026
- Host countries
- United Kingdom
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
All overseas (non-UK) nationalities who are liable to pay overseas tuition fees Academic Requirements Nationality Requirements Open to all overseas nationalities. You must be classified as an overseas student for fee purposes by the University of Edinburgh. UK and EU students paying the home fee rate are not eligible. Language Requirements
Scholarship Benefits
- Full coverage of the gap between UK/EU and overseas doctoral tuition fees for up to three years
- Brings your PhD cost down to the UK/EU fee rate
- Available across all academic disciplines and research areas at Edinburgh
- No teaching or service obligations attached
- Renewable for up to three years with satisfactory academic progress
- Can be combined with other funding sources (such as living cost scholarships or research council stipends) that do not cover the tuition fee differential
- Access to Edinburgh's research facilities, libraries, and global academic network
Important Dates & Deadlines
February 2026
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.