Advertised Project or Your Own Proposal?
Choose the application route before you start writing. Your strongest application will respond to the actual selection process and the research opportunity on offer.
Read the GuideApplications for both routes close 15 November 2026. Select the October 2027 intake marked CAM-DTP Only. Nomination by ARU does not guarantee funding. Student-led applicants must discuss their application with a supervisor first.
Apply for competitive social-science doctoral funding at ARU through student-led or advertised-project routes. The award supports home-rate fees and a stipend. International applicants need evidence of an additional scholarship for the fee gap and immigration costs.
Choose the student-led route with an intended supervisor, or apply to a listed project. Requirements and application materials differ by route.
Competitive home fees/stipend,3.5–4.5years FT; PT available.2027 amount not stated. International fee gap/immigration require additional scholarship evidence. Route1 prior supervisor discussion; use October2027 CAM-DTP Only link. Qualifications, statement, research outline,CV, two referees and relevant identity documents.
A course offer, a funding award and international fee coverage are separate decisions. Confirm the support that applies to your circumstances.
Last checked 11-10-2026. Confirm current details with the university before applying.
Choose the application route before you start writing. Your strongest application will respond to the actual selection process and the research opportunity on offer.
Read the GuidePrepare to explain your research interests, defend reasonable choices and discuss what you still need to learn. Use the invitation to establish the format before practising.
Read the GuideTreat tuition support and living-cost support as separate questions. “Funded” is a starting label; the award conditions determine what support an applicant can receive.
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