Are you a PhD student exploring themes related to the Commonwealth? This is your golden opportunity to earn funding, international mentorship, and global exposure!
The Routledge/Round Table Commonwealth Studentships for 2025 are officially open for applications! These prestigious studentships offer up to £5,500 each to support groundbreaking doctoral research in the humanities and social sciences with a Commonwealth-related focus.
What Is the Commonwealth Studentship?
Organized by The Round Table: The Commonwealth Journal of International Affairs and Routledge, in collaboration with the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), the scheme funds two (2) doctoral research studentships:
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- One for PhD students at UK universities
- One for PhD students at ACU member universities in other Commonwealth countries
The aim? To encourage impactful research projects that:
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- Relate to the Commonwealth as a whole or its institutions.
- Offer comparative analysis across Commonwealth countries.
- Have relevance to more than one Commonwealth country.
What’s in It for You?
- Funding up to £5,500 GBP
- Global mentorship: Work with a mentor from a different Commonwealth country.
- Publication opportunity: Submit a 4,000–6,000 word article for The Round Table journal.
- Public engagement: Create a podcast on your research for the journal’s website.
- Networking & exposure: Connect across the Commonwealth academic and policy community.
Mentorship with a Global Twist
Each applicant must collaborate with a mentor based in a Commonwealth country different from their own. The mentor will:
- Offer academic and career advice.
- Provide feedback on publications and trends in your field.
- Contribute to your podcast or article.
- Receive a £500 honorarium for their time and insights.
Application Deadlines
The application period for the Routledge/Round Table Commonwealth Studentships is now open. Interested PhD students must submit their applications by 31 July 2025 at 15:00 UTC.