UKThe Bristol Business School PhD Bursary 2027 is a University of Bristol Business School award providing a stipend and tuition for a PhD, alongside mandatory Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) responsibilities.
The scholarship is offered by the University of Bristol Business School and supports PhD research aligned with its interdisciplinary research themes, delivered at the Temple Quarter campus with supervision across the University where appropriate.
Bristol Business School PhD Bursary Benefits
- Stipend of £21,805 per annum
- Bursaries are for four years
- Start date in autumn 2027
- Full tuition fees provided for either home/EU or international students
- Stipend paid in instalments
- Additional Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) income
- GTA teaching hours are separately compensated at an additional hourly rate
- GTA responsibilities are mandatory as a condition of the award
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Bristol Business School PhD Bursary Eligibility Criteria
- A first or high 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent qualification
- This studentship is open to both Home and International fee-status applicants globally
- Either have completed or be completing a master’s qualification from a UK university or equivalent
- See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website
Research Areas and Academic Opportunities
- Technology and Society
- Financial Systems
- Sustainability
How to Apply for Bristol Business School PhD Bursary?
- Make an online application at http://www.bris.ac.uk/pg-howtoapply
- Select “Accounting and Finance (PhD)” or “Management (PhD)” on the Programme Choice page
- Enter details of the studentship in the Funding and Research Details sections of the form
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Tuesday, 1 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 Bristol Business School PhD Bursary. These answers cover benefits, eligibility, duration, start date and how to apply.
What is the financial value of the Bristol Business School PhD Bursary?
The bursary provides full tuition fees (for home/EU or international students) and a tax-free stipend of £21,805 per annum paid in installments. Additionally, students receive separate compensation at an hourly rate for mandatory Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) work.
How long does the studentship last?
The funding is awarded for a duration of four years, with an expected start date in autumn 2027.
Does the scholarship cover tuition fees?
The bursary provides full tuition fees for either home/EU or international students.
When does the studentship start?
The studentships start in autumn 2027.
Are teaching duties required?
Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) responsibilities are mandatory as a condition of the award, with teaching hours separately compensated at an additional hourly rate.
How do I apply?
Apply online at http://www.bris.ac.uk/pg-howtoapply, select the relevant PhD programme and enter the studentship details in the Funding and Research Details sections.
What are the eligibility criteria?
Applicants should hold a first-class or high upper-second-class (2:1) honours degree in a relevant subject (or an international equivalent). Candidates must also have completed or be completing a Master’s qualification from a UK university or an equivalent institution.
Where will the PhD be based?
The research will be conducted out of the University of Bristol Business School’s newly built Temple Quarter campus in Bristol.
What is the application deadline?
The application window closes on 1 December 2026.
10. Can international students apply for this PhD bursary?
Yes, international students are fully eligible to apply. The bursary covers full tuition fees for both home and international students, alongside the standard tax-free living stipend and Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) compensation.
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