UKRI Funding

The seven UK Research Councils provide government studentships for PhD research in different subject areas. Our simple guide explains how this funding works, what you can get and how to apply successfully.

Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs) or Doctoral Training Centres (DTCs) provide UK Research Council funded PhD studentships to postgraduate students

The Research Excellence Framework is a valuable resource for prospective PhD students looking to assess the standard of research at UK universities.

The UK's Science and Technology Facilities Council provides PhD funding for projects focusing on science infrastructure, facilities and capacity building. Our guide explains project types, eligibility and applications.

The UK's Natural Environment Research Council provides PhD funding in Environmental Science, Ecology, Climatology, Agronomy and related fields. Our guide explains project types, eligibility and applications.

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) provides generous PhD funding for UK Social and Economic issues. Find out what an ESRC studentship involves and how to apply.