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Read the GuideESRC White Rose DTP Studentships 2027/28.
Application Timing
Exact 2027/28 stipend is unknown. Separate PhD study application is strongly recommended by 6 January; 1+3.5 route starts September while other routes start 1 October. Unknown or conditional details are described in the funding and requirements sections. No portal submission was tested.
The Research Opportunity
ESRC doctoral training across multiple social-science pathways, with a three-month Research in Practice placement.
What the Funding Covers
UKRI tuition contribution, £21,805 maintenance at the 2026/27 reference rate pro rata part-time, research-training support and some allowances. International fee-gap treatment requires award-specific confirmation; visa, IHS, flights and relocation excluded.
- Home Tuition Fees
- Covered by the Award
- International Tuition Fees
- Conditions Apply — Read the Requirements
- Living-Cost Support
- Stipend Provided
- Annual Stipend
- Amount Not Confirmed
- Expected Start
- 01-10-2027
A course offer, a funding award and international fee coverage are separate decisions. Confirm the support that applies to your circumstances.
Entry Requirements and Eligibility
- International Applicants
- Applications Welcomed; Other Conditions Apply
- Published Requirements
- Home and international applicants; normally first or 2:1/equivalent plus nominating-school requirements. Route depends on prior social-science Master's and methods credits.
Questions to Resolve
Source Note: Exact 2027/28 stipend is unknown. Separate PhD study application is strongly recommended by 6 January; 1+3.5 route starts September while other routes start 1 October.
Official Sources
Official Opportunity NoticeConfirm current details with the university before applying.
Prepare Your Next Step
All Research GuidesPrepare for a PhD Interview
Prepare 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 GuideUnderstand What PhD Funding Actually Covers
Treat 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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