Funded PhD Study in Economics at the University of Edinburgh
6 days ago
The School of Economics at the University of Edinburgh is offering a number of scholarships for PhD study starting in September 2026. All of the scholarships are awarded on academic merit. To obtain an award applicants must have a distinction grade in graduate level coursework equivalent to that taught in the SGPE Masters at Edinburgh plus a research paper (typically a masters dissertation) that shows outstanding abilities in the area of their intended PhD research. Additionally their research interests must fit with those of at least two academics at the School of Economics. Each scholarship - listed below - provides a stipend at UKRI rates (currently £20,780) for each year of study plus tuition fees, and is awarded for four years, subject to satisfactory progress. Students on the PhD may also have opportunities to earn extra income for teaching while at the School. Prospective applicants should first of all register their interest with our PGR office via email: EconPGR.Enquiries@ed.ac.uk Edinburgh Doctoral College Scholarship/College Research Awards These scholarships are for outstanding candidates from any part of the world. The closing date for applicants is 2nd February 2026. Minto Scholarships The Minto Scholarship has been established with a bequest from the estate of Mr Brian Dickinson for the purpose of promoting PhD research in Economics. A number of scholarships are available for the 2026-2027 academic year to applicants who are residents of Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Scandinavia (Finland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark). Closing dates for applicants is 2nd February 2026. China Scholarships Council These scholarships will be awarded to citizens and permanent residents of the People's Republic of China who at the time of application have received an offer of a PhD place from the University of Edinburgh. Candidates should not be currently working outside of China at the time of application, and successful candidates must agree to return to China upon completion of their research degree at the University of Edinburgh. Candidates currently studying outside of China are eligible to apply, but not those who have already commenced a PhD programme of study prior to the 2025-2026 academic year. The closing date is February 16th 2026. The University reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to amend or withdraw any of the advertised scholarships, without notice. It also reserves the right to issue a second call for applications. £20,780 - please see advert #J-18808-Ljbffr
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City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Economicsnetwork Full timeApply for a Funded PhD in Economics at the University of Edinburgh The School of Economics at the University of Edinburgh is offering scholarships for PhD study starting in September 2026. Application for Funded PhD Study in Economics The School of Economics at the University of Edinburgh is offering a number of scholarships for PhD study starting in...
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Reader in Economics
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City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Daadscholarship group Full timeThe University of Edinburgh’s Institute for Astronomy (IfA), one of the world’s leading centers for astrophysical research, is now accepting applications for its prestigious fully funded PhD Studentships 2026. Each year, the IfA welcomes talented scholars from around the globe to pursue doctoral research in areas ranging from cosmology and exoplanets to...
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Clinical Lectureship
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PhD Studentship in Economics
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Childlight Global Child Safety Intern
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full timeDescriptionGrade UE08: 50253 to 61759 per annumCMVM / Edinburgh Medical SchoolFull-Time: 35 hours per weekFixed-Term: 6th August 2026 for up to 5 yearsVacancies: 5ECAT-i (Edinburgh Clinical Academic Track inclusive) is the University of Edinburghs prestigious academic track for health professionals.These posts provide research opportunities for registered...
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Senior Lecturer in Film Studies
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UoE09 (£53,348 - £60,022 per annum)** **College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences / School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures / Graduate School / Film Studies** **Open-ended** **Full time (35 hours/week)** We are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Film Studies **The Opportunity**: The Film Studies programme at the University of Edinburgh has a...
