Loughborough University Sanctuary PhD Scholarships 2026/2027 Fully Funded for At-Risk Scholars ·Loughborough University

Overview

This scholarship offers fully funded doctoral opportunities for students whose education and life opportunities have been disrupted by conflict, persecution, displacement, or insecurity.

Eligibility

Applicants may qualify if they are from regions affected by conflict or persecution, face threats to their safety or freedom, or would face serious risks if required to return to their home countries. To be eligible, applicants must already hold either a conditional or unconditional offer for a PhD programme at Loughborough University before submitting a scholarship application.

Benefits

• Full tuition coverage for up to three years of full-time doctoral study.
• A living stipend at the recommended UKRI rate of £21,805 per year.
• Potential annual increases in stipend in line with official UKRI adjustments.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by securing admission into an eligible PhD programme before completing the scholarship application process.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by Monday, 22 June 2026.