Warwick Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2026 — Fully Funded PhD Opportunities in the UK

The University of Warwick offers central Postgraduate Research Scholarships for Autumn 2026 entry across several schemes. Applicants submit one scholarship application and are automatically considered for all available funding they are eligible for. Scholarships support full-time or part-time postgraduate research study and include professional development opportunities.

Warwick Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2026: Eligibility Criteria

• Must apply for a Postgraduate Research course at Warwick starting in October 2026

• Eligible programmes: PhD, MPhil/PhD, EngD, or entering the PhD stage of MRes+PhD

• Scholarships cannot be deferred to later years

• Open to all nationalities and disciplines (unless scheme-specific rules apply)

• Not open to current PGR students except where stated

Warwick Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2026: Benefits

• Full payment of academic tuition fees

• Maintenance stipend for living expenses (amount varies by scheme)

• Option to study full-time (100%) or part-time (60%), depending on visa status

• Up to 40 days annual leave per year (pro-rata for part-time students)

• Support for temporary study suspension if needed

• Additional support for disabled PGRs

• Personal and professional development opportunities

Required Documents

• Course application submitted first

• Scholarship application form

• Applicant ID number (generated after course application)

• Any scheme-specific supporting documents

Application Process and Procedures

1. Read the Applicant Guidance Notes

2. Submit course application before the course deadline

3. Receive automated email with Warwick 7-digit applicant ID

4. Register ITS applicant account

5. Submit scholarship application before the scholarship deadline

6. Results sent via email by expected notification date

Important Dates

• Course Application Deadline: 8 December 2025 (16:59 GMT)

• Scholarship Application Deadline: 11 December 2025 (16:59 GMT)

• Offers Released: 23 February 2026 

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Warwick Postgraduate Research Scholarships 2026