Each studentship covers the UK/EU rate of fee and an annual stipend of £10,000. These are tenable for three years, subject to satisfactory academic progress.

The studentship is open to applicants who have applied to study a full-time PhD in Law commencing in 2017-2018.  Successful applicants will be expected to firmly accept the offer at the time when the results of the application process are announced. Candidates who already have an offer of financial sponsorship from elsewhere will not eligible.

Applicants of any nationality are eligible to apply.

The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit. Candidates must have the minimum equivalent of a 2:1 degree at undergraduate level.  A good result in a consequent and relevant Masters degree will also be expected.

Eligible applicants should complete an online application
The closing date for applications is 3rd April 2017.

Please note you will not be able to access the online application form unless you have applied for admission to the University of Edinburgh.

The online scholarship application form is located in EUCLID and can be accessed via MyEd our web based information portal at https://www.myed.ed.ac.uk

When logging in to MyEd, you will need your University User Name and password. If you require assistance, please go to http://www.ed.ac.uk/student-systems/support-guidance

Applications will be considered on the basis of the paperwork submitted by the applicant and a ranking carried out by relevant members of academic staff in the Law School.

All applicants will be notified of the outcome by the end of April 2017.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]