University of Huddersfield Arts Research Scholarships 2026 With Full Tuition Waiver
Students planning to begin a research degree in the United Kingdom in October 2026 have a new funding opportunity to consider. The University of Huddersfield has opened applications for its Arts and Humanities Research Scholarships, offering selected candidates a full tuition fee waiver and additional financial support to present and publish their research at national and international academic conferences.
The funding competition is hosted by the School of Arts and Humanities and is available for candidates pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Professional Doctorate, Master of Arts (MA) by Research, or Master of Science (MSc) by Research programme.
Unlike many research scholarships that focus solely on tuition coverage, this scheme also supports research dissemination activities, enabling scholars to share their findings with wider academic communities and strengthen their research profiles before graduation.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver for the entire duration of the research degree.
- Additional funding to attend national and international conferences.
- Financial support for research dissemination and publication activities.
- Opportunity to conduct research within the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Huddersfield.
- Access to academic supervision and research facilities at a UK university.
Available Degree Programmes
The scholarship competition is open for the following research qualifications:
| Degree Programme | Funding Coverage |
|---|---|
| PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) | Full tuition fees |
| Professional Doctorates | Full tuition fees |
| MA by Research | Full tuition fees |
| MSc by Research | Full tuition fees |
Scholarship Duration
The length of funding depends on the research programme selected.
| Research Degree | Duration of Funding |
| PhD | Up to 3 years full-time |
| MA by Research | 1 year full-time |
| MSc by Research | 1 year full-time |
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship competition is currently open exclusively to home applicants. To be considered, applicants must:
- Hold an upper-class undergraduate degree or higher in a relevant subject area.
- Be completing a qualifying degree and expected to achieve the required classification during the 2026 summer examination period.
- Meet the academic entry requirements for the chosen research programme.
- Demonstrate a strong research proposal aligned with the School of Arts and Humanities.
Research Areas
Applicants should identify a suitable research area within the School of Arts and Humanities and explain why the University of Huddersfield is the appropriate institution for their proposed project.
Candidates are expected to present a clear and original research idea that demonstrates academic significance and feasibility.
Application Submission Last Date
Applicants interested in the University of Huddersfield Arts and Humanities Research Scholarships for the October 2026 intake must submit their complete scholarship application package by 21 June 2026. This includes the statement of interest, research proposal, CV, academic documents, proof of eligibility, and any other required supporting materials. Following the initial assessment process, shortlisted candidates will be informed of their selection status by 29 June 2026.
While applicants may submit their main application before references arrive, all referee reports must be received directly from referees by 1 July 2026. Selected candidates will then be invited to participate in an online interview conducted via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 6 July 2026. After the interview stage, the University’s School of Arts and Humanities will identify the strongest candidates and issue scholarship offers, with successful awardees commencing their fully funded research degrees in October 2026.
