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Find funding for Doctoral research

You could be considered for a studentship or scholarship to help you study at Bath.

Studentships and scholarships

Depending on your area of study, you could be considered for different funding opportunities.



International funding

If you're a student from outside the UK, you may be eligible for a scholarship or country-specific funding.


Alternative funding


You can look for funding from sources other than those offered by the University. Trusts and charities can make awards for fees, maintenance, or research costs to any student, regardless of subject or nationality.

The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding Online helps you explore alternative sources of funding. It contains a database of funding opportunities, comprehensive guidance, and tools to help you prepare a winning grant application.

The Guide is free for all University of Bath students and staff to use. If you are a prospective student and would like to access the site, you will need to request a PIN from Student Support.

Request a PIN from studentsupport@bath.ac.uk

PhD student looking at phytoplankton.

Funding opportunities for current students

If you're a current Doctoral student, there are a range of funding opportunities available to you.


Depending on your specialism, funding is available from a wide range of sources including:

  • the Doctoral College
  • research councils
  • charities
  • trusts
  • individual partners or sponsors

Contact us

If you have any questions about funding for your doctoral study, get in touch.