University of Exeter PhD Scholarships for Black British Researchers

  •  PhD
  •  28-Feb-2025
  •   United Kingdom
  • $$  Fully funded (stipend, tuition fees, and research support grant)

The University of Exeter is happy to announce PhD Scholarships for Black British Researchers for the academic session 2025/2026.

To be eligible for the PhD Scholarships for Black British Researchers, applicants must meet the following criteria: they must be UK nationals with ‘Home’ tuition fee status, identify as belonging to any Black ethnic group (such as Black African, Black Caribbean, or Mixed backgrounds with Black heritage), and must not already be enrolled in a PhD program at the University of Exeter.Established in 1955, the University of Exeter is a prestigious public research institution located in South West England, with campuses in Exeter and Cornwall. Tracing its educational roots back to 1851, the university has a longstanding commitment to academic excellence. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including sciences, humanities, and business. Renowned for its world-class research, particularly in climate science, the university is home to some of the UK’s most influential climate scientists.

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University of Exeter PhD Scholarships for Black British Researchers Established in 1955, University of Exeter is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Exeter (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South West England. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University of Exeter is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Exeter offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 64 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.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: United Kingdom (applicants with ‘Home’ tuition fee status)
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for PhD studies in any subject offered by the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy, including:
  • Computer Science
  • Earth and Environmental Science
  • Ecology and Conservation
  • Engineering
  • Geography
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Business
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Identify as belonging to a Black ethnic group (e.g., Black African, Black Caribbean, or Mixed backgrounds with Black heritage).
  • Be a UK national with ‘Home’ tuition fee status.
  • Not be currently enrolled in a PhD program at the University of Exeter.
  • Meet the academic entry requirements for their chosen PhD program.

Offered Benefits

  • Stipend: Four years of funding at the UKRI rate (£19,237 for 2024/25).
  • Tuition Fees: Coverage at the Home rate.
  • Research Training Support Grant: £2,000–£10,000 for project costs.
  • Placement Opportunity: Up to 6 months with additional funding of up to £2,500.
  • Mentoring Support: Tailored to the needs of scholarship recipients.

Application Process

  1. Find a Supervisor: Explore research areas and supervisors within the Faculty and confirm supervision availability for September 2025.
  2. Complete the Application Form: Include the following documents:
    • Research proposal (1,000–1,500 words) developed with your supervisor.
    • Personal statement (200–500 words) highlighting your motivation, experience, and career aspirations.
    • Curriculum Vitae (CV) limited to 2 pages.
    • Evidence of prior qualifications (degree certificates and transcripts).
  3. Organize References: Two referees must submit signed references from institutional email accounts to by the application deadline.
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