Postgraduate Research Scholarships - UK applicants
This page contains information on:
University of Sheffield scholarships
Research Council scholarships
Other funding bodies
University of Sheffield Scholarships
The University of Sheffield invests heavily in the development of our postgraduate community. University-funded schemes are listed below. Please note that individual academic departments may have different deadlines for PhD applications and you are advised to check the application process for your intended department as soon as possible.
Applications for most funding schemes open in October for the following academic year (i.e. October 2013 for 2014-15 entry), and close around February (2014 for 2014-15 entry). Click on the links for information on each scholarship scheme and how to apply.
| Scholarship | Deadline |
|---|---|
| University Prize Scholarships | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| Harry Worthington Scholarships | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| Faculty Scholarships |
Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships in the Humanities | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| British Library Scholarships | See individual project listings |
| A*STAR Sheffield-Singapore Research Attachment Programme | Supervisors to submit proposals by 29 November 2013 - see web page for more details |
| Arts & Humanities Faculty Masters Fee Scholarships | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| Hossein Farmy Scholarship | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
Research Council Scholarships
The UK Research Councils are a major source of financial support for research postgraduates. Awards for UK students normally cover tuition fees and a maintenance allowance. Applications for Research Council scholarships are made through the University, either through a central process or via the academic department - click on the links for details of each Research Council's scholarships and how to apply.
| Scholarship | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC) | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) | Various |
| Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) | Various |
| EPSRC Centres for Doctoral Training | Various |
| Economic & Social Research Council (ESRC) White Rose Doctoral Training Centre | Closed for 2013-14 entry. Opens October 2013 for 2014-15. |
| Medical Research Council (MRC) | Various |
| Various |
Other funding bodies
Many charities, foundations and trusts provide funding for postgraduate study, from small grants to full scholarships. Some are for specific subject areas while others have more general eligibility criteria. Please see our external funding page for a list of funding bodies and search sites which may help you to find other scholarships.