PhD Funding
We are delighted to invite applications for postgraduate research funding. We cannot guarantee funding, but we are happy to offer advice, support, and feedback on funding applications and research proposals.
Applying for funding
Your first step should be to get in touch with the member of staff you are hoping to work with. The funding application process is very competitive and, in addition to achieving the required grade, your proposal will need to be very carefully crafted.
Some funding bodies require the applicant to be in receipt of an offer before applying for funding, so please check the requirements of your chosen funding application. We would in any case recommend that contact is made 8 weeks before submitting your final funding application, to allow your proposed supervisor to review and discuss your research proposal with you, and offer advice on your application.
Funding Competitions
Information for 2025 entry will be available in late October.
Postgraduate Doctoral Loans
Government loans are available for postgraduate students studying doctoral level courses. Loans are non-means tested i.e. your incoming will not effect the amount that you receive and are available to students studying either part-time or full-time.
More information including eligibility criteria
Funding research study through a student loan is a big commitment and we would strongly recommend talking about this option with your proposed supervisor.
Alternative sources of funding
There are many external funding bodies, such as charities and trusts, who offer support for postgraduate study. Funding may be limited and eligibility criteria will vary. Find out more about additional funding for postgraduate study.
Alumni Discount
Graduates from the University of Sheffield can also take advantage of a discount on tuition fee. Find out more about the alumni discount.
Fees
Information about fees for our research programmes can be found on the PhD fees page.