2026 Cambridge University Studentship Program (Fully Funded, UK)
The University of Cambridge Studentship is a fully funded PhD opportunity for outstanding students. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree from a reputable institution
- Meet English Language requirements of Cambridge University
- Home or international student
- Offer of admission required for funding consideration
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full Tuition Coverage: up to the national UKRI rate for Home students
- Annual Stipend: £20,780 (tax-free) for full-time students
- Research Training Support: up to £900
- Personalized Training Programme: developing research, communication, employability, and personal skills
- Innovation Fellowship: 3-month placement with an academic or non-academic partner
Application Process: There are two routes to apply:
- Departmental Nomination: Apply to your chosen CAM-DTP institution, following their admissions processes and deadlines. If offered admission, the department will decide on CAM-DTP funding nomination.
- Topic Supervisor Nomination: Contact the supervisory team for a PhD topic, discuss a project proposal, and apply to the lead supervisor’s CAM-DTP institution.
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: Varies by program, but typically in December 2025 or January 2026. Some specific deadlines include:
– October 2, 2025, for Junior Clinical Training Scholar in Small Animal Studies
– October 17, 2025, for CRUK CI PhD Studentship
– November 23, 2025, for BHF CRE interdisciplinary PhD studentships
- Funding Decision: February 2026 for CAM-DTP funding nominations
Additional Opportunities:
- Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program: Fully funded Master’s program for talented young Africans, covering course fees, living allowance, and more. Application deadline: January 2026
- Rowan Williams Cambridge Studentship: Full-cost award for undergraduate and postgraduate students facing severe barriers to studying at Cambridge
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