Nottingham Trent University PhD studentship

Nottingham Trent University offers fully funded PhD studentships under its Strategic Research Theme Studentship Competition for 2026. The awards provide financial support for doctoral research aligned with NTU’s strategic themes in innovation and sustainability. Multiple studentships are available across NTU’s themes, with full tuition coverage and a living-cost stipend.

Full tuition fee coverage and living stipend; the award typically lasts 3 to 4 years depending on project.

Applicants must be ready to begin study on 1 October 2026, hold a first-class or upper second-class honors degree (or equivalent), and have English language proficiency if not a native speaker. Only one application per project is allowed, and applicants must not already hold a doctoral qualification.

Browse NTU’s Strategic Research Theme Studentship projects, select a project, access the online application form, register for the Doctoral Admissions Account, complete the form and submit by 14 February 2026.