Fully-funded University of Manchester 2021 President’s Doctoral Scholar (PDS) Award

Published: 06 Apr 2021 1,850 views

University of Manchester President’s Doctoral Scholar (PDS) Award: Applications are hereby welcomed from international students as the University of Manchester offers more than 100 studentships every year through the President’s Doctoral Scholar Award scheme, launched by Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell.

The PDS Award will give the most outstanding students from around the world a foundation to support research training with prominent academics across a full range of subjects.

The University will only consider applications for these full scholarships once you receive a formal offer. Application forms will be provided to the Primary Supervisor following the issue of an offer letter to the candidate for a PhD programme.

University of Manchester President’s Doctoral Scholar

Benefits of University of Manchester President’s Doctoral Scholar

The benefits of the 3.5-year fully-funded scholarships of University of Manchester President’s Doctoral Scholar (PDS) Award 2021 will cover:

1. All university tuition fees at the international rate;
2. An annual maintenance stipend (at UKRI rate).

Successful PDS Award holders will have the opportunity to:

1. be invited to attend a series of exclusive events where you can meet The University of Manchester's President and Vice Chancellor, interact closely with our academic community and network with other PDS Awards students;
2. benefit from international research leadership under distinguished scholars;
3. become a PDS Awards ambassador for the University;
4. receive a President's Doctoral Scholar medal at graduation;
5. benefit from our extensive transferable skills training for PhD researchers.

Requirements for University of Manchester President’s Doctoral Scholar

Candidates are expected to meet the following eligibility criteria for the University of Manchester President’s Doctoral Scholar (PDS) Award 2021

1. Applicants must be international students
2. Applicants must be admitted into PhD program.
3. Must hold a conditional/unconditional offer for a PhD programme to commence in September 2021;
4. Applicants must hold (or are about to obtain) a first-class honours undergraduate degree (or international equivalent) from a reputable institution;
5. Ideally, hold a master’s-level qualification at merit or distinction (or international equivalent);
6. Must have a track record of engaging with research. This may include contributions to publications/articles, promoting their research to a wider audience, prizes for research or project work;
7. Must be interested in attending a series of exclusive events to facilitate interactions with our academic community and network with other PDS award holders.

Application Deadline

How to Apply