SOAS Teaching Scholarships 2026/27 (Fully Funded PhD) – £20,622 Stipend + Full Tuition
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Summary:
The SOAS Teaching Scholarships at SOAS University of London provide fully funded PhD (MPhil/PhD) scholarships for students beginning in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarship covers full tuition fees plus a maintenance stipend of at least £20,622 per year for three years. It is open to Black British students and students based in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Recipients also gain teaching experience while completing their doctoral studies. Applicants must first secure admission into a full-time MPhil/PhD programme at SOAS. The application deadline is 21 March 2026.
Scholarship Name
SOAS Teaching Scholarships
Host University
SOAS University of London
Host Country
United Kingdom
Level of Study
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MPhil / PhD (Doctoral Research Programmes)
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Full-time only
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Duration: 3 years
Scholarship Value / Benefits
The scholarship provides full financial support, including:
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Full tuition fee coverage
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Annual maintenance stipend of at least £20,622
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Financial support for 3 years
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Opportunity to gain teaching experience
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Doctoral research and academic skill development
Eligible Programmes
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Any full-time MPhil/PhD programme starting in 2026/27 at SOAS University of London.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet one of the following conditions:
Category 1
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Black British students who are permanent residents in the UK.
Category 2
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Students ordinarily resident in:
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Africa
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Asia
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The Middle East
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Additional eligibility
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Hold an offer of admission to a SOAS MPhil/PhD programme
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Meet English language requirements if required
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Not hold another major scholarship simultaneously
Required Statement
Applicants must submit a Widening Participation Statement (max 800 words) explaining:
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Any barriers faced (e.g., disability, low-income background, first-generation student)
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Why you want to study at SOAS University of London
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How the PhD and scholarship will impact your career or community
Special Reserved Scholarship
One scholarship is reserved for:
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A Palestinian national
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Resident in historic Palestine (Gaza, West Bank, East Jerusalem, or Palestinian citizens in Israel)
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
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Academic performance
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Research proposal
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References
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Publications (if available)
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Widening participation statement
A diverse advisory panel will assess applications.
How to Apply
Step 1
Apply for an MPhil/PhD programme at
SOAS University of London.
Step 2
Apply for the SOAS Teaching Scholarship through the SOAS admissions portal using your login credentials.
Application Deadline
21 March 2026 (12:00 noon UK time)
Result Notification
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Scholarship decisions are expected by the end of May 2026.
For more information and application:
Visit the official website of the SOAS Teaching Scholarships
