Funding & benefits
The 1+3.5 or 2+2.5 scheme provides funding for a one- or two-year research training master's (MSc or MRes) linked to a PhD programme and is designed for students who have not already completed an ESRC recognised programme of research training.
If you would like to be considered for this, you should submit an application for the relevant MSc or MRes programme, including a research proposal for the PhD element of the programme (but check whether the programme you are applying for has specific instructions about this). You must also indicate your wish to be considered for 1+3.5 or 2+2.5 funding in your personal statement.
There is no separate application for the studentship as such, but you must submit your application for the MSc or MRes programme by a specific deadline (see below).
There is no separate application for the studentship as such, but you must submit your application for the MPhil/PhD programme by a specific deadline( see below)
deadline for programmes in the Departments of Economics, Gender Studies, Governement, Sociology and International Development for 2026 entry (including PhD Studentships and ESRC funding): 10 December 2025
deadline for all other departments for 2026 entry: 14 January 2026
“The LSE ESRC DTP studentship will cover tuition fees and a stipend with London Weighting.”
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History in the United Kingdom has opened the position ESRC studentship advantages. Subject areas covered include s through the Student. Pay and conditions, as stated by London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History: "The LSE ESRC DTP studentship will cover tuition fees and a stipend with London Weighting." Eligibility, as stated by London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History: "Students undertaking the doctoral element of their award are eligible to apply for overseas fieldwork expenses." A closing date is not stated, so verify it on the official page before committing time to this.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including s through the Student. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- Academic background: There is funding available for LSE ESRC funded students to create, develop and lead their own events and activities across disciplines through the Student Funding Competition.
“Students undertaking the doctoral element of their award are eligible to apply for overseas fieldwork expenses.”
Master’s students are not eligible to claim this allowance.
Should you apply?
Applicants should be at PhD / Doctoral level working in s through the Student. The decisive requirement, in London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History's words, is: "Students undertaking the doctoral element of their award are eligible to apply for overseas fieldwork expenses."
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: s through the Student.
- Study destination: United Kingdom.
Review carefully if
- Master’s students are not eligible to claim this allowance.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
What funding comes with ESRC studentship advantages?
London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History states: "The LSE ESRC DTP studentship will cover tuition fees and a stipend with London Weighting."
What are the eligibility requirements?
In London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History's own words: "Students undertaking the doctoral element of their award are eligible to apply for overseas fieldwork expenses."
Which degree level does ESRC studentship advantages support?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History in United Kingdom.
Is there a deadline?
The official page does not state a closing date. Confirm timing directly with London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History before preparing an application.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 19 Oct 2026 · Verified 2 h ago
About London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History
London School of Economics and Political Science Department of International History is based in United Kingdom and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.