Postgraduate research funding

Options for finding and applying for funding to undertake postgraduate research at the College of Social Sciences. 

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Latest PhD opportunities

PhD opportunities with specific research projects at the College of Social Sciences are offered throughout the academic year.

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Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) Doctoral Studentships

Summary of the process of applying for ESRC Doctoral Studentships, delivered though the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science (SGSSS).

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James McCune Smith PhD Scholarships

The James McCune Smith PhD Scholarships are open to Black UK domiciled students to undertake PhD research at the University in any research area in which we can offer supervision.

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Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Doctoral Scholarships

Summary of the process of applyting for AHRC Doctoral Scholarships, delivered through the Scottish Graduate School for Arts & Humanities (SGSAH)

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CoSS scholarships

Information about the College of Social Sciences doctoral scholarship competitions, including registration for updates.

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China Scholarship Council scholarships

This scheme supports academically excellent Chinese students to study for a PhD at the University of Glasgow. 

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PGR funding options

Information about a range of other discounts, grants, scholarships and hardship funds.

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Support for current postgraduate students

Check your eligibility for support available to current postgraduate students to help with specific expenses.

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Information for staff

Procedures for staff to set up a postgraduate research scholarship with: