Fully Funded PhD Scholarships at the University of West London 2026

Scholarships for International

The University of West London is one of the ambitious universities that focuses on innovative, rigorous, and impactful scientific research. As part of its research expansion strategy, the University offers a number of fully funded PhD scholarships for both domestic and international students wishing to begin their studies in February 2026.

Funding Provided

Full-time Study

Annual stipend: £22,000 (tax-free).
Full coverage of tuition fees.
Program duration: 3 years.
Commitment to teaching or research duties for a maximum of 6 hours per week.

Part-time Study

Annual stipend: £11,000 (tax-free).
Full coverage of tuition fees.
Program duration: 6 years.
Commitment to teaching or research duties for a maximum of 3 hours per week.

Priority Research Areas

The University accepts applications from all its schools and colleges, with special priority given to research aligning with its strategic priorities:

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

Research that promotes and embeds equality and diversity values at all stages of the research process.
Innovative research addressing EDI-related challenges.

Interdisciplinarity

Research that combines multiple academic fields.
Focus on innovative research ideas and methodologies.

Impact

Research with tangible effects beyond academia, in fields such as: economy, society, culture, public policy, health, environment, or quality of life.

You can find more information about the available research areas and terms and conditions through this link.

Academic Requirements for PhD Admission

A Bachelor’s degree (First or Upper Second Class – 2:1) or equivalent in a relevant field.
A Master’s degree (MA, MSc, MBA, or MRes) with Merit or above, or equivalent postgraduate/research experience.

For international applicants:

Proficiency in English is a must with an IELTS score of at least 6.5 (no element below 6.0).
Applicants holding a previous degree obtained in the UK are exempt from this requirement.

Important Conditions for International Students

Applicants must check student visa requirements, including the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) and the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) before applying.
Scholarship funds cannot be used to cover visa application costs.

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How to Apply

Select a research topic and ensure it aligns with the University’s fields or research priorities.
Submit a PhD application through the Research Degrees page on the University’s website.
Attach all required documents according to academic and language admission requirements.