UK Warwick PGR Scholarship is a University of Warwick postgraduate research funding scheme for entry in October 2027 that provides fee payment and a tax-free maintenance stipend to support living costs. This single application considers candidates for multiple scholarship streams including Faculty Chancellors, Interdisciplinary Chancellors, AHRC Doctoral, Doctoral Access (Pathway and Sanctuary) and China Scholarship Council options.
The scholarships are administered by the Doctoral College at the University of Warwick. The call for applications opens on 5 October 2026, and successful applicants will receive offers communicated by 5 March 2027. Additional scheme-specific benefits and eligibility criteria are listed for each stream on the Warwick scholarships pages.
Warwick PGR Scholarship Benefits
- Full payment of your academic fees (UK or international).
- A tax-free maintenance stipend to support living costs.
- Full or part-time study options, subject to visa requirements.
- Part-time funding is at 60% with a proportionally longer funding period.
- Up to 8 weeks annual leave per year.
- The option to suspend your studies temporarily if needed (e.g. for health or personal reasons).
- Additional support for disabled Postgraduate Researchers.
- Access to personal and professional development opportunities.
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Warwick PGR Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Apply for an eligible Postgraduate Research Course in at the University of Warwick to begin in October 2027. Eligible courses include: PhD, MPhil/PhD, EngD and the PhD stage of a combined course, e.g. 1+3 or 2+4.
- Be starting in academic year 2027/28; scholarships cannot be deferred to a future academic year.
How to Apply for Warwick PGR Scholarship
- Read the PGR Scholarship Competency-Based Assessment Criteria and Applicant Guidance Notes.
- Submit your course application by the course application deadline.
- Receive an automated e-mail with a 7 digit applicant ID number; allow at least 48 hours for this to arrive.
- Register your ITS applicant account at the provided link.
- Submit your scholarship application (opening 05 October 2026) and any required supporting documents by the scholarship application deadline. All word limits are as counted by the scholarships portal.
- Results of the Scholarships will be communicated by email by 5 March 2027.
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Applications close on Thursday, 10 December 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Warwick PGR Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, application steps, and scheme-specific details based on the official Warwick information.
Who is eligible to apply for the Warwick PGR Scholarship?
To be considered you must apply for an eligible Postgraduate Research course at the University of Warwick to begin in October 2027 (courses such as PhD, MPhil/PhD, EngD and the PhD stage of combined courses). Applicants must be starting in academic year 2027/28 and scholarships cannot be deferred to a future academic year.
What costs does the scholarship cover?
All Warwick Postgraduate Research scholarships include full payment of your academic fees (UK or international) and a tax-free maintenance stipend to support living costs. The scholarships also offer full or part-time study options and access to development opportunities, with additional scheme-specific benefits detailed per stream.
When does the application open and what are the key deadlines?
The call for applications opens on 5 October 2026. Course applications close on 7 December 2026, scholarship applications close on 10 December 2026, and references are due by 21 December 2026. Mid-stage notifications occur on 25 January 2027, and offers are released by 5 March 2027. All deadlines are 16:59 GMT.
How do I submit my scholarship application?
You should first read the PGR Scholarship Competency-Based Assessment Criteria and Applicant Guidance Notes, submit your course application, register your ITS applicant account, and then submit your scholarship application (opening 05 October 2026) and required supporting documents by the scholarship application deadline. Allow at least 36 hours to prepare and 48 hours to receive your applicant ID email.
How many scholarships are available and what streams exist?
Warwick is offering up to 80 PGR scholarships across six streams for Autumn 2027 entry: Faculty Chancellors (up to 30), Interdisciplinary Chancellors (up to 12), AHRC Doctoral Scholarships (up to 3), Doctoral Access – Pathway (up to 3), Doctoral Access – Sanctuary (up to 2), and China Scholarship Council (up to 30). A single application considers all streams.
Can current postgraduate research students apply?
Current postgraduate research students are not eligible to apply for these scholarships. Each specific scheme reiterates that current postgraduate research students are not eligible, and applicants should be starting their eligible course in October 2027 in the 2027/28 academic year.
Are part-time applicants supported?
Yes. The scholarships offer full or part-time study options subject to visa requirements. Part-time funding is provided at 60% of the full rate with a proportionally longer funding period. Applicants should review visa implications and the related funding period adjustments.
What additional support is available for Sanctuary and Access applicants?
The Doctoral Access – Sanctuary scheme includes UKRI-rate stipend for 4 years, a £5,000 RTSG, paid leave for family and medical reasons, and support towards UK visa and immigration costs for eligible international applicants. Applicants must upload evidence of a relevant Home Office status in their scholarship application.
What are the China Scholarship Council (CSC) provisions?
For CSC-linked awards, the CSC provides a CSC-rate stipend for up to 4 years and return international airfare between the UK and China. Warwick offers a stipend enhancement to the UKRI rate for up to 4 years. Applicants must meet CSC eligibility, hold a People’s Republic of China passport, and meet additional residency or study requirements set by CSC.
When will I be notified of the scholarship outcome?
Results of the scholarships will be communicated by email by 5 March 2027. A mid-stage notification is scheduled for 25 January 2027. Applicants are advised that late submissions are not accepted and all deadlines are at 16:59 GMT.
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