Applications are invited for the Vice-Chancellor’s PhD Scholarships at the University of West London (UWL), starting in February 2026. These fully funded scholarships support innovative research across diverse fields, including Business, Computing and Engineering, Law, Medicine, and more. Open to both international and home/settled students, the scholarships offer a tax-free stipend and full tuition fee coverage for full-time (3 years) or part-time (6 years) PhD study.
The application deadline is 21 September 2025 at 11:59 PM. There is no application fee, but international students should note visa-related costs (e.g., Immigration Health Surcharge and ATAS) are not covered by the scholarship. You can also check more PhD positions here
Key Details
- Institution: University of West London (UWL)
- Scholarship Type: Fully funded
- Fields of Study: Business, Computing and Engineering, English, Film and Media, Hospitality and Tourism, Human and Social Sciences, Law, Medicine and Biosciences, Music and Performing Arts, Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare, Policing and Law Enforcement
- Eligibility: International and home/settled students
- Application Deadline: 21 September 2025, 11:59 PM
- Application Fee: None
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Scholarship Benefits
- Full-time (3 years):
- Annual stipend of £22,000 (tax-free).
- Full coverage of UK PhD tuition fees.
- Up to 6 hours per week of teaching or research duties.
- Part-time (6 years):
- Annual stipend of £11,000 (tax-free).
- Full coverage of UK PhD tuition fees.
- Up to 3 hours per week of teaching or research duties.
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Eligible Subject Areas
UWL welcomes PhD applications in the following disciplines:
- Business
- PhD Business
- Computing and Engineering
- PhD Computer Science
- PhD Engineering
- PhD Mathematics
- English
- PhD Creative Writing
- PhD English Literature
- Film and Media
- PhD Film Studies
- PhD Media
- Hospitality and Tourism
- PhD Aviation and Air Transport Management
- PhD Food Innovation and Sustainable Nutrition
- PhD Hospitality Management
- PhD Tourism Management
- Human and Social Sciences
- PhD Criminology
- PhD Education
- PhD Forensic Science
- PhD Psychology
- Law
- PhD Law
- Medicine and Biosciences
- PhD Ageing Research
- PhD Bioinformatics
- PhD Biomedical Science
- PhD Dementia Studies
- PhD Translational Medicine
- Music and Performing Arts
- PhD Music
- PhD Theatre
- Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare
- PhD Global Health
- PhD Health
- PhD Midwifery
- PhD Nursing
- Policing and Law Enforcement
- PhD Policing and Law Enforcement
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Eligibility
- UK upper second class honours degree (2:1) and a master’s degree with merit or distinction.
- Non-UK qualifications: Recognised equivalent qualifications from accredited overseas institutions or equivalent professional qualifications are accepted.
- English Language: Non-native English speakers require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each element). UK master’s degree holders are exempt. English proficiency evidence can be submitted later in the process.
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How to Apply for a PhD at UWL
Follow these steps to apply for the Vice-Chancellor’s PhD Scholarships or other PhD programs at the University of West London.
Step 1: Find a Research Match
- Identify a Supervisor: Contact a potential supervisor in your research area via email. Find supervisors and their contact details on the UWL PhD opportunities page, which lists available PhD topics across UWL’s Schools and Colleges.
- No Match Found?: If your research area isn’t listed, email [email protected] for guidance.
Step 2: Review Entry Requirements and Funding
- Entry Requirements:
- Minimum: UK upper second class honours degree (2:1) and a master’s degree with merit or distinction.
- Non-UK qualifications: Recognised equivalent qualifications from accredited overseas institutions or equivalent professional qualifications are accepted.
- English Language: Non-native English speakers require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each element). UK master’s degree holders are exempt. English proficiency evidence can be submitted later in the process.
- Funding:
- Ensure you have a plan to fund your PhD (3–4 years full-time, 5–6 years part-time).
- The Vice-Chancellor’s PhD Scholarships fully fund tuition fees and provide a tax-free stipend (£22,000/year full-time, £11,000/year part-time).
- Other studentships may be available; check the UWL website or FindAPhD.com.
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Step 3: Prepare Your Research Proposal
- Include Supervisor’s Name: Add your prospective supervisor’s name to the proposal’s front page.
- Refine Your Proposal: Work with your potential supervisor to revise your proposal for clarity and feasibility.
Step 4: Gather Documents and Apply Online
- Application Submission: Apply via the relevant PhD course page on the UWL PhD opportunities page.
- Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- Proof of English language ability (for non-UK applicants from non-English-speaking countries, if available)
- Note: No application fee is required.
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Step 5: What Happens Next
- Application Review: The School/College may contact you to discuss your application or arrange an interview.
- Outcome Notification: If shortlisted, you’ll be invited for an interview. If not, you’ll be informed via email.
