Is Imperial President’s PhD open?
Yes. The 2027/28 scheme is active with three selection rounds.
How much is the stipend?
Imperial publishes a £27,036 annual stipend for 2027/28 plus a £2,000 consumables budget in each of the first three years.
Do applicants submit a separate scholarship form?
No. Applicants apply for the PhD and their department puts suitable candidates forward.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
Imperial offers 50 President’s PhD Scholarships with full tuition, a £27,036 annual stipend and a £2,000 annual consumables budget for the first three years.
Other verified benefits
Full tuition, £27,036 annual stipend at the 2027/28 rate, £2,000 annual consumables funding for the first three years, and bespoke researcher-development opportunities.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
Travel, visa, Immigration Health Surcharge, accommodation and other personal costs are not separately listed as standard scholarship benefits.
Who is eligible to apply?
New PhD applicants with exceptional academic achievement and research potential can be nominated by their department after applying for admission.
Applicants must contact an Imperial supervisor who agrees to supervise the project. There is no separate scholarship application form; the department nominates eligible PhD applicants.
Eligible countries
Applicants worldwide; no nationality restriction.
Language requirements
Applicants must meet Imperial's PhD programme English requirements.
Which documents should you prepare?
- Research proposal
- Two reference letters
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Host supervisor commitment letter
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- English test certificate
- CV or résumé
How do you apply?
- Identify and contact an Imperial supervisor.
- Prepare a strong PhD research proposal and admission application.
- Submit before one of the President’s PhD selection-round deadlines.
- Indicate scholarship interest in the funding section.
- The department decides whether to nominate you.
Frequently asked questions
Is Imperial President’s PhD Scholarship fully funded?
Yes. It provides full tuition fees, a £27,036 annual stipend for 2027/28 and a £2,000 annual consumables fund for the first three years of the 3.5-year scholarship.