EIT Graduate Scholarships 2026 at University of Oxford
The European Institute of Technology (EIT) has opened applications for its prestigious Graduate Scholarships 2026, offering fully-funded doctoral (DPhil/PhD) study at the University of Oxford. This initiative is designed for outstanding graduate students eager to tackle global challenges through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Driving Innovation Through Graduate Research
EIT Graduate Scholars will directly contribute to cutting-edge research projects addressing some of the world’s most pressing issues. Focus areas include:
- Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology
- Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture
- Clean Energy Generation & Storage
- Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
Students admitted under this program will work alongside leading academics and experts, developing solutions that combine technological innovation with real-world application.
Types of Funding Available
Two main funding streams are offered:
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EIT Graduate Scholarships – For individuals with exceptional academic and research achievements who demonstrate the potential to become leaders in research, innovation, and industry.
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EIT CDT Funding – Specifically supporting doctoral candidates at the Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT), enabling breakthroughs in machine learning and AI research.
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Both pathways provide full tuition coverage, living support, and access to Oxford’s extensive research infrastructure.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the University of Oxford’s entry requirements for doctoral study, including:
- A relevant academic qualification with excellent grades.
- Meeting Oxford’s English language requirements.
- A strong academic and research background in disciplines such as computer science, AI, engineering, mathematics, biology, medicine, economics, or related fields.
Candidates must also demonstrate clear alignment with an EIT project, strong research potential, innovation capacity, and collaborative experience.
Selection Criteria
Successful applicants will be evaluated on:
- Alignment with their chosen EIT research project.
- Excellence in academic achievements and research capability.
- Innovation through publications, patents, or contributions to breakthrough research.
- Collaboration skills in team-based or multi-institutional projects.
- Tenacity in overcoming academic or research challenges.
- Integrity through ethical conduct and responsible academic engagement.
Application Timeline
The application process for the EIT Graduate Scholarships 2026 begins on 1 September 2025. The first deadline is set for 1 October 2025, with conditional decisions announced in December 2025. A second deadline follows on 1 December 2025, and successful candidates from this round will receive decisions in January 2026.
The final deadline is 1 February 2026, with the last round of decisions announced in March 2026. The selected EIT Graduate Scholars will be officially announced in April 2026, and the program will commence in October 2026 at the University of Oxford.
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