Applications are currently being accepted for the NINE DTP Fully Funded PhD Studentships 2027-28. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About NINE DTP Fully Funded PhD Studentships
The NINE DTP 2027-28 studentship competition is offering fully funded postgraduate research opportunities across seven universities in the UK. The competition is run by NINE DTP, a collaborative partnership funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).
The programme recruits high-calibre postgraduate researchers to undertake full-time or part-time doctoral study at Durham University, Newcastle University, Northumbria University, Teesside University, the University of Sunderland, Ulster University and Queen’s University Belfast.
The competition is based on the quality of applicants, proposed research projects and training programmes. In addition to the main competition, NINE DTP operates an Action for Equality initiative providing four full scholarships for nominees from specified under-represented groups.
Benefits of NINE DTP Fully Funded PhD Studentships
Successful NINE DTP students receive substantial financial support throughout their doctoral studies. The available benefits include:
- Tuition fees: Home tuition fees are fully covered, with the 2026-27 rate listed as £5,238. Additional support for international students may be facilitated through university agreements.
- Tax-free stipend: Students receive a tax-free annual stipend worth £21,805 based on the 2026-27 rate.
- Research support: Additional funding is available for eligible fieldwork, research activities and placements.
- Training: Students benefit from combined training opportunities offered across the DTP partnership.
- Research community: Award holders join a collaborative cohort of postgraduate researchers, academics and external partners.
The exact funding arrangements for individual applicants may depend on their university and eligibility status, particularly for international students.
NINE DTP Fully Funded PhD Studentships Requirements
- The competition is open to candidates seeking to undertake postgraduate research through the participating universities. NINE DTP states that funding decisions are based on clear assessment criteria, with particular emphasis on the quality of the candidate and their proposed research and training programme.
- Applicants interested in the Action for Equality scheme should consult the specific scheme guidelines because this initiative is designed to support British and Irish applicants from Black, Asian, Roma, Traveller or mixed ethnic backgrounds.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
27 October, 2026
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