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Clara Collet PhD Scholarship 2027 in UK (Funded)

Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Deadline

2026-12-10

Country

United Kingdom

Level

phd

Organization

University College London (UCL)

Field

Political Science

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Clara Collet PhD Scholarship is offered by the Department of Political Science at University College London (UCL) for the 2027-2028 academic year. It supports students pursuing PhD research in political science, including a 1+3 track (one-year Master's followed by a three-year PhD) or direct entry into a PhD program.

Coverage

The scholarship provides full tuition fee coverage and a tax-free annual stipend of £23,805. The funding is available for a total of four years.

Eligibility

Open to all national and international candidates. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic achievement and research potential.

Requirements

Applicants must have strong academic credentials and clearly defined research interests relevant to the department. For the 1+3 route, candidates must contact the PhD Manager before applying.

How to apply

Candidates must apply for the PhD program at UCL and explicitly state their interest in the Clara Collet Scholarship on the application form. For the 1+3 route, contact the PhD Manager at [email protected] to register interest.

Notes

These scholarships are highly competitive and awarded based on academic merit and research potential.

Source & Verification

Host organization: University College London (UCL)

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/social-historical-sciences/political-science/study/postgraduate-research/funding-opportunities/clara-collet-departmental-scholarship

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.