Do you have the desire to accomplish your study in the UK? If so, then you have an excellent opportunity to become a part of the ERC Synergy Nilomorph PhD Scholarships at the University of Edinburgh.
The scholarship is open to UK and international students applying for an on-campus PhD in Linguistics and English Language for the 2026/2027 academic year. Applicants must hold at least a UK 2:1 honours degree or an international equivalent in Linguistics or a closely related discipline, demonstrate strong academic performance, and have relevant experience in linguistic analysis or fieldwork.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities, located in Scotland’s historic capital city. Founded in 1582, it is consistently ranked among the top universities globally and is renowned for excellence in teaching, innovation, and interdisciplinary research. The university offers a vibrant academic environment, attracting students and scholars from around the world, and is particularly strong in humanities, social sciences, sciences, and medicine.
Established in 1583, The University of Edinburgh is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Edinburgh (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Scotland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, The University of Edinburgh is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Edinburgh offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 436 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.