PhD and MPhil funding
Find information and apply for PhD and MPhil funding opportunities at UAL.
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Creative Processes with Adrienne Bennie, PhD Research Student.
Doctoral Loan
Find out if you’re eligible to apply for a government loan to help with course fees and living costs when researching a PhD or MPhil degree.
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Textiles work by Laetitia Frost, PhD Research Student
Alternative guide to postgraduate funding
Find advice and information for prospective and current graduate students about applying for alternative sources of funding.
Upcoming fully funded PhD studentships
Details for AHRC Landscape Awards and UAL Studentship Awards will be available in spring 2027.
These awards are available only to new applicants and not to currently enrolled PhD students.
- AHRC Landscape Awards cover a fully funded full time PhD for 3.5 years. For longer partner engagement, funding may be extended for up to 4 years of full time study.
- UAL Studentship Awards cover a fully funded full time PhD for 3 years.
Both awards cover Home (UK) fees and a tax free stipend at the UKRI rate. International students are required to pay the difference between the Home and Overseas fee rate.
Part time study is supported on a pro rata basis.
Help with funding
If you have a question about UAL scholarships, bursaries, awards and international loans, email: researchdegrees@arts.ac.uk
If you have a question about the funding you may be entitled to, including Student Finance loans, state benefits and hardship funds: contact the Student Advice Service. They can also give you guidance on managing your money.
Help with fees
If you have any questions about payment methods, instalment plans or payment terms, email our research team: researchdegrees@arts.ac.uk.