Eligibility
Qualifications criteria
Applicants applying for a MVLS/EPSRC studentship must have obtained, or be about to obtain, a first or upper second class UK honours degree or the equivalent qualifications gained outside the UK, in an appropriate area of science or technology.
Funding
The MVLS/EPSRC grant provides for tuition fees, a stipend of at least £20,780 (UKRI rate 2025/26) and laboratory expenses for both Home/International applicants .
UK Home studentship
To be classed as a home student, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a UK National (meeting residency requirements), or
- Have settled status, or
- Have pre-settled status (meeting residency requirements), or
- Have indefinite leave to remain or enter
All other candidates will be classed as an International student.
Please note, that if you are a International Applicants you will be responsible if successful to cover the Visa and NHS Health Surcharge for your stay in the UK, that is the 3.5 years of your Phd and is c£1,500 per year which is £5,000 to £6,000 for the 3.5 years of your PhD.