President’s PhD Scholarships
Start your PhD journey at the UK’s top university for world-leading research.
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Why choose PhD study at Imperial?
Join a global network of pioneering researchers
Be part of an international community of world-class researchers, where your work can contribute to research that makes a global impact.
Prepare for your future career
Expand your skillset and boost your employability with professional development courses and career guidance tailored to your goals, ensuring you’re prepared for success.
Innovate to address global challenges
Bring your ideas to life or confront pressing social and environmental issues with comprehensive support from our Enterprise Lab, designed to help you make a difference.
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Graduate prospects
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The President’s PhD scholarship provides a unique opportunity to have complete project autonomy, since the application process involves ideating your own research project. Therefore, the funding does not come with ties from research or industry, allowing you to shape the project direction to your passions over the course of the PhD.
It also brings together a community of inspiring young people, through which we can learn more about different research disciplines and partake in workshops together, to build skills outside of our research areasCiara, President’s PhD Scholarship recipient
Discover more about the President’s PhD Scholarships at Imperial.
Scholarship Details
- Do you want to take the next step in your research career? With our President’s PhD Scholarship, you could receive full funding for your tuition fees, plus a generous stipend for a PhD place at Imperial College London.
- Our President’s PhD Scholarships offer high-performing students the opportunity to undertake a research project of their choice with the support of a supervisor at one of the world’s leading STEMB universities and join a collaborative, multidisciplinary research community.
- We accept applications from talented candidates from across the globe, with no restrictions on nationality. You can find full eligibility criteria and details of the application process on our website.
A Q&A session with a PhD student
Hear from doctoral student Mel, as she discusses her PhD experience, answering questions about everything from finding a project to funding her studies.
Useful links
Use these resources to make sure you have everything you need to submit your application.
Visas and immigration
If you’re an international student, you will need a student visa to study in the UK. Our international support team can provide specialist advice.
Accommodation
We are here to help you find the right place to live and help you settle in when you start your postgraduate degree at Imperial.
Careers Service
The Careers Service can help you plan for your next steps after Imperial, whether you are interested in getting a job or applying for a PhD in your home country.
How to apply
Applications for this scholarship scheme will be considered at three points throughout the academic year.