Study in London, UK! Great news! The Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship is now open. In this article, we will explain what this scholarship is, the benefits, and how to apply step by step.
The Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship for 2025-2026 is a fully funded scholarship for international students. Each year, 50 fully-funded scholarships are given out. This scholarship covers full tuition fees, a yearly stipend of £25,224, and a consumables fund of £2,000 per year.
The President’s PhD Scholarships let students choose their own research project, with support from an excellent supervisor. There are also chances to build a network with other President’s PhD Scholars. Imperial College London is consistently ranked among the world’s top ten universities. Its success comes from talented students and staff from all over the world, with support from a global network of alumni, friends, and partners. Imperial is a global academic community where people from different cultures bring fresh ideas and new approaches to solving problems.
Imperial is one of the UK universities with the most international students. 60% of Imperial’s students come from outside the UK, including 20% from other European countries. Two-thirds of Imperial’s research involves international collaboration, with academic partners in over 130 countries.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: PhD
- Institution(s): Imperial College London
- Study in: UK
- Number of Scholarships: 50
- Course Offered: All available PhD programs. Click here for more details.
- Program Period: 3.5 years
Deadlines for Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship
- Applicants who apply by 23:59 (UK time) on 4 November 2024 and are awarded a scholarship will be notified by the end of January 2025.
- Applicants who apply by 23:59 (UK time) on 9 January 2025 and are awarded a scholarship will be notified by the end of March 2025.
- Applicants who apply by 23:59 (UK time) on 10 March 2025 and are awarded a scholarship will be notified by the end of May 2025.
Scholarship Coverage
This scholarship provides the recipient with the following benefits:
- Full funding for tuition fees
- A stipend of £25,224 (2024-25 rate) per year to help with living costs
- A consumables fund of £2,000 per year for the first 3 years of study
- A program of special opportunities and events delivered by the Graduate School
- Access to full support for postgraduates at Imperial, including tailored help for disabled and international students, as well as the Graduate School’s professional skills courses.
Eligibility Criteria for Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship
To be eligible for the Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Required Languages: English
- Eligible Countries: Open to students from all countries
- Academic Qualifications:
- Candidates must have, or will soon receive, a first-class degree or equivalent in an undergraduate or integrated Master’s degree.
- If this has not been achieved, candidates must have, or will soon receive, a distinction in a standalone Master’s degree, or be able to show high performance that will lead to this distinction.
- Candidates with only a single undergraduate degree or integrated Master’s must still have, or be about to receive, a first-class degree or equivalent.
- Supervisor Contact: Candidates must have contacted a supervisor in an academic department at Imperial College London who has agreed to supervise their research project.
How to Apply for Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship?
Please follow the following application instructions to win this scholarship:
(1) There is no specific scholarship application form. You should submit your application for admission to study at Imperial through our online admissions system. Your department will put you forward for the scholarship based on academic merit and potential.
(2) Upload the following documents:
- A 2-page personal statement which includes:
– The first page should be a personal statement (motivations for applying to Imperial and the scholarship, and any other supporting information not included elsewhere on the form that you feel will enhance your application).
– The second page should be your research proposal. You may submit updated versions of this statement if required following application submission if your department shortlists you for the scholarship. You are encouraged to write in the first person. - When prompted for the names of two academic referees, these should be people who can provide an academic reference in support of your application (e.g. your tutor or your thesis supervisor). You should not include your proposed PhD supervisor. You are encouraged to share this guidance with your two referees, noting, in particular, the recommendation to use ‘they/them’ language (rather than gender pronouns).
- Transcripts of your university studies to date.
- Proof of distinction.
- A copy of your English Language certificate.
(3) To be considered for the President’s PhD Scholarship scheme, you must select this option in the funding section of the additional questions tab within the online application form.
To learn more about the Imperial College London President’s PhD Scholarship, please visit the official website: