Imperial College London offers the President’s PhD Scholarship, a prestigious and fully funded opportunity for outstanding international students pursuing doctoral research. This scholarship is designed to attract exceptional talent from around the globe, including Nigeria, to contribute to groundbreaking research across various disciplines.
🎓 Scholarship Overview
Number of Awards: 50 scholarships annually.
Duration: 3.5 years.
Funding Includes:
Full tuition fees (Home or Overseas rate).
Annual stipend of £25,980 (2025/26 rate) to assist with living costs.
£2,000 per annum consumables fund for the first 3 years of study.
Access to bespoke opportunities and events delivered by the Early Career Researcher Institute (ECRI).
🌍 Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualifications: Applicants should possess a First Class UK degree or its equivalent. If a Master's degree is held, it must be awarded with Distinction.
Nationality: Open to both Home and Overseas (international) students.
Application Status: Only new PhD applicants are eligible; current registered Imperial PhD students are not considered for this scholarship.
English Language Proficiency: Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the English language requirements at the time of application or have arrangements to sit an English language test.
📝 Application Process
Research Proposal: Develop a compelling research proposal aligned with the department's focus areas.
Supervisor Engagement: Identify and engage with a potential supervisor whose research interests match your proposal.
Online Application: Complete the online application through the Imperial College London portal.
Supporting Documents:
Academic transcripts and certificates.
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Two academic references.
English language proficiency test scores (if applicable).
Deadline: The application deadline for the 2025/26 academic year is 10 March 2025.
📌 Important Notes
Application Status: The application deadline for the 2024/25 academic year has passed. Ensure to apply for the 2025/26 academic year.
Departmental Opportunities: Some departments may have additional funding opportunities or specific application procedures. It's advisable to check the respective departmental websites for detailed information.
For more detailed information and to begin your application, visit the official Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship page.