Postgraduate funding opportunities
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Postgraduate research funding
Arts and Humanities Doctoral Scholarships
The deadline for applications for our Doctoral Scholarships for entry in 2025 was 2nd December 2024. Sign up for updates on funding opportunities using the form above and we'll let you know when applications open for entry in 2026.
Arts & Humanities Doctoral Scholarships
James McCune Smith PhD Scholarships
The James McCune Smith Scholarships fund Black UK domiciled students to undertake PhD research at the University. It provides an enhanced experience through external mentors, placements, leadership training, community-building activities and networking opportunities. Applications are now open for October 2025 entry, the deadline is 31 January 2025.
James McCune Smith PhD Scholarships
China Scholarship Council
This scheme provides academically excellent Chinese students with the opportunity to study for a PhD at the University of Glasgow. The scholarships are supported jointly by the China Scholarship Council and the University of Glasgow.
Alumni Discount
Stay with us - we offer a 20% discount on postgraduate research programmes to our alumni.
Other Scholarships and Funding Opportunities
The University has allocated over £15 million to scholarships for our students. For other funding opportunities search our Scholarships.