The African Creativity Beyond Borders Prize Programme 2026

The African Creativity Beyond Borders Prize Programme 2026 is a call for four fully funded PhD scholarships starting in October 2026. The programme welcomes applications from candidates in arts, humanities, creative practice, social sciences, policy and development studies, with a preference for applicants who identify as Black or have African diasporic roots. Benefits include full tuition coverage, an annual stipend, research training and support, and opportunities to attend conferences and workshops.

Full tuition fees covered; annual stipend; research training and support; opportunities to attend conferences and workshops.

Applicants should have academic qualifications in arts, humanities, creative practice, social sciences, policy and development studies. UK and international applicants are eligible, but only 1 in 4 studentships can be awarded to international applicants.

Complete the PhD application via the King’s Apply portal and include the required documents and research proposal as specified in the entry requirements.