Funding & benefits
“Up to £20,780, tax free for a Research-in-Practice placement, tuition fees and a stipend (living allowance) is available for students applying for a wide range of disciplinary pathways for the following awards”
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
South Coast Doctoral Training Partnership Social Science (SCDTP) PhD studentships is an official-source-verified opportunity offered by University of Southampton in United Kingdom. Eligible academic level: PhD / Doctoral. Recorded funding: Up to £20,780, tax free for a Research-in-Practice placement, tuition fees and a stipend…. Application deadline: Applications closed. Review the verified eligibility, benefits and official application route below before applying. You must have an offer to study for a masters degree or PhD in one of the specified disciplinary pathways to qualify. The funding covers up to £20,780 tax free for a Research-in-Practice placement, tuition fees, and a stipend. International students can only apply for full-time courses to comply with visa conditions, and the application deadline is 2026-01-16.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. 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
- 1-year MSc and 3.5 years PhD
- 3.5 years PhD
- 4.5 years Interdisciplinary award
- 4.5 years Integrated PhD in Economics, Education or Gerontology at Southampton
- Up to £20,780, tax free for a Research-in-Practice placement, tuition fees and a stipend (living allowance) is available for students applying for a wide range of disciplinary pathways for the following awards:
- There are also additional funding opportunities to support your research as part of this award.
- For more information about masters programmes under each eligible pathway, please contact the pathway leads for more information.
- Deadline: 5pm on Friday 16 January 2026
- To get this scholarship you must have an offer to study for a masters degree or PhD in one of the following disciplinary pathways:
- To comply with visa condtions, international students can only apply for full-time courses.
“To get this scholarship you must have an offer to study for a masters degree or PhD in one of the following disciplinary pathways”
Should you apply?
This is a PhD / Doctoral-level opportunity working in All study areas. The decisive requirement, in University of Southampton's words, is: "To get this scholarship you must have an offer to study for a masters degree or PhD in one of the following disciplinary pathways." Expect to prepare 7 documents (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: All study areas.
- Citizenship / nationality rule: To comply with visa condtions, international students can only apply for full-time courses..
- Prior degree / academic background: To get this scholarship you must have an offer to study for a masters degree or PhD in one of the following disciplinary pathways:.
- Study destination: United Kingdom.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- an academic transcript of your undergraduate degree showing modules and marks achieved
- an academic transcript from your Master's degree showing modules and marks achieved if you have already graduated
- undergraduate degree certificate and Master's degree certificate (if you have already graduated)
- CV (also referred to as a resume)
- personal statement
- research proposal (if you are planning your own project or if it states you need to provide it)
- write a personal statement including your motivation for the project, your relevant skills and experience, and how it supports your future goals. Keep this focused and concise
Application process
- Find a potential PhD supervisor and create your own PhD proposal
- Apply for your chosen PhD course using the links under Programme application links
- Apply for the South Coast Doctoral Training Partnership studentship
- If you are not sure of the course to apply for, please contact the pathway lead.
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
- Submit before the verified application timing shown in the Key dates section.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
How much does this award pay?
University of Southampton states: "Up to £20,780, tax free for a Research-in-Practice placement, tuition fees and a stipend (living allowance) is available for students applying for a wide range of disciplinary pathways for the following awards."
Who can apply?
In University of Southampton's own words: "To get this scholarship you must have an offer to study for a masters degree or PhD in one of the following disciplinary pathways."
Can international applicants apply?
Yes. The eligibility record states: To comply with visa condtions, international students can only apply for full-time courses.
What level of study is it for?
It is for PhD / Doctoral level applicants at University of Southampton in United Kingdom.
Is this award still open?
No. The most recent round has closed (deadline 16 January 2026). This award has run before; check the official page for the next round.
Where do I apply?
Directly with University of Southampton, through the official application page linked from this record.
What documents are required?
The official page lists 7 items: an academic transcript of your undergraduate degree showing modules and marks achieved, an academic transcript from your Master's degree showing modules and marks achieved if you have already graduated, undergraduate degree certificate and Master's degree certificate (if you have already graduated), CV (also referred to as a resume), personal statement, research proposal (if you are planning your own project or if it states you need to provide it), and more.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from University of Southampton'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: 5 Oct 2026 · Verified yesterday
About University of Southampton
University of Southampton is based in United Kingdom and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.