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University of Sheffield PhD Scholarship 2027 in the UK | Fully Funded

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Deadline

2027-02-19

Country

United Kingdom

Level

phd

Organization

University of Sheffield

Field

Arts and Humanities, English, History, Philosophy, Digital Humanities, Languages, Law

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The University of Sheffield offers the AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award (DLA) for PhD researchers in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities in the UK. This is a fully funded scholarship supporting four full PhD studentships annually, with one specifically for international candidates. The program aims to foster pioneering disciplinary and interdisciplinary research.

Coverage

The scholarship is fully funded, covering full tuition fees (Home or International, as applicable) for 3.5 years. Recipients will also receive a maintenance stipend at the UKRI rate, which is currently £21,805 for the 2026/27 academic year.

Eligibility

This scholarship is open to international applicants, including Ethiopian students, who wish to pursue a PhD in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. Candidates must not already be enrolled in a PhD program. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English.

Requirements

Required documents include a CV/Resume, Academic Transcript, Degree Certificates, an English language certificate, a Research proposal or supporting statement, a Personal statement, and Academic or Professional reference letters.

How to apply

The application process has two main steps. First, you must apply for admission to a PhD program at the University of Sheffield through their online application portal. The deadline for the study application is December 14, 2026. Once you have submitted your study application and received an application number, you must then submit a separate funding application via the online form, entering your study application number. The deadline for the funding application is February 19, 2027.

Notes

This is a highly competitive opportunity, especially for the single international slot. The program duration is 3.5 years. Eligible fields of study within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities include English, History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities, Languages, Arts and Societies, and Law. Selected scholars will participate in cohort training and other research-related activities.

Source & Verification

Host organization: University of Sheffield

Original source: ScholarshipsCorner

Official application page: https://sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/phd/scholarships/ahrc-dla

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.