UK SENSS Studentship scholarship brings ESRC-funded PhD studentships jointly offered by SENSS and CAM-DTP, providing tuition at the Home fee rate, a UKRI tax-free stipend, training and placement support. The focus is cross-DTP and cross-disciplinary research with supervisory teams from both DTPs and projects advertised on this page in late October 2026.
The studentships are offered jointly by the South and East Network for Social Sciences (SENSS) and the CAM Doctoral Training Partnership (CAM-DTP). The scheme aims to promote collaboration between the two DTPs, with supervisory teams including a supervisor from each DTP and opportunities for cross-disciplinary research and partner placements.
SENSS Studentship Benefits
- Tuition fees up to the value of the Home fee rate for all students; international students are welcome to apply and will not be expected to use their own resources to pay tuition fees at the international rate; precise arrangements for this will be advised to successful candidates.
- An annual tax-free stipend at the UKRI rate (£21,805 in 2026-27 for full-time students), and a contribution towards research and training costs.
- A personalised training programme, to develop research, communication, employability and personal skills.
- Support to carry out a required three-month placement with an academic or non-academic partner during the course of the studentship.
- Successful candidates will be required to submit their PhD within the duration of the studentship award.
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SENSS Studentship Eligibility Criteria
- ESRC’s academic and residential eligibility requirements will apply for this scheme.
How to Apply for SENSS Studentship
- The HEIApply portal will open by Friday 23 October 2026.
- To be considered for a SENSS-CAM studentship, candidates must apply via HEIApply by 09.00 GMT on Wednesday 6 January 2027. No extensions to this deadline will be permitted.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the SENSS Studentship Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based solely on the official SENSS CAM-DTP information.
What is the SENSS CAM-DTP studentship?
The SENSS CAM-DTP studentship is an ESRC-funded PhD studentship offered jointly by the South and East Network for Social Sciences (SENSS) and the CAM Doctoral Training Partnership (CAM-DTP). It supports cross-DTP and cross-disciplinary projects with supervisory teams including a supervisor from each DTP and provides tuition, stipend, training and placement support.
Who offers the studentships?
The studentships are offered jointly by SENSS and CAM-DTP. The scheme is designed to promote collaboration between the two Doctoral Training Partnerships, and supervisory teams include a supervisor from each DTP to support cross-disciplinary research and collaboration.
What funding does the studentship provide?
The award provides tuition fees up to the Home fee rate for all students, an annual tax-free UKRI-rate stipend (stated as £21,805 in 2026-27 for full-time students), a contribution towards research and training costs, a personalised training programme, and support for a required three-month placement.
Are international students eligible to apply?
International students are welcome to apply. The studentship covers tuition up to the Home fee rate and successful international candidates will not be expected to use their own resources to pay international tuition rates; precise arrangements will be advised to successful candidates.
How long is the studentship award?
The studentship award will be a minimum of 3.5 years up to a maximum of 4.5 years. The exact length depends on the applicant’s existing skills for the project and the amount of general social science research methods training required as set out in the ESRC Postgraduate Training Guidelines.
What training and placement opportunities are included?
Successful candidates receive a personalised training programme to develop research, communication, employability and personal skills, and support to carry out a required three-month placement with an academic or non-academic partner during the studentship.
What are the eligibility requirements?
ESRC’s academic and residential eligibility requirements will apply to this scheme. The official page states that ESRC’s eligibility criteria govern who may be funded, so applicants should ensure they meet those ESRC academic and residency rules.
When will the studentship topics be advertised?
Studentship topics will be advertised on the SENSS CAM-DTP page in late October 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to check the page at that time for advertised topics and contact supervisory teams for further discussion.
How and when can I apply?
The HEIApply portal will open by Friday 23 October 2026. Candidates must apply via HEIApply and submit their application by 09.00 GMT on Wednesday 6 January 2027. The official page states that no extensions to this deadline will be permitted.
When do the studentships start?
The page states that two ESRC-funded studentships will be starting in October 2027. Applicants should note the advertised project timelines and ensure they can commence the studentship in October 2027 if successful.
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