Is the fellowship open?
Yes. The current deadline is noon on 12 November 2026.
How much funding is provided?
The 2026/27 stipend is £26,262 outside London or £29,373 in London, plus up to £5,000 yearly research support.
Does it fully fund international students?
Not completely, because only UK/home tuition fees are covered.
What research is eligible?
Occupational or environmental health PhD research at a UK university.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
Normally three years of PhD support in occupational or environmental health, with stipend, research funding and UK/home fees.
Other verified benefits
2026/27 stipend: £26,262 outside London or £29,373 in London; UK/home tuition fees covered.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
International students must cover the difference between UK/home and international fees. Travel, visa and personal costs are not listed as standard benefits.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants propose a UK PhD in occupational or environmental health. Selection considers academic record, project quality, research environment and supervisor commitment.
International applicants are welcome, but the Foundation does not cover the international tuition premium.
Eligible countries
International and UK applicants may apply, but international students must fund the tuition difference above UK/home fees.
Language requirements
Must meet the UK university language requirement.
Which documents should you prepare?
- CV or résumé
- Research proposal
- Host supervisor commitment letter
- Two reference letters
How do you apply?
- Develop a project with a UK supervisor.
- Prepare a research proposal of no more than 3,000 words.
- Add CV, supervisor support and two referees.
- Submit as one Word document by noon on 12 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Colt Foundation PhD stipend?
For 2026/27, it is £26,262 outside London or £29,373 in London, plus up to £5,000 per year for research expenses.
Can international students apply?
Yes, but the Foundation only pays UK/home tuition fees, so international students must cover the fee difference.