Doctoral Scholarships in the School of Modern Languages - Apply Now
The School of Modern Languages at the University of St Andrews is one of the largest and most diverse of its kind in the UK.
As a PhD student in the School of Modern Languages you will be part of a vibrant interdisciplinary research community. You will work with academic supervisors who will provide you with subject expertise and guidance to help you plan and manage your research while the University's researcher development programmes give you the skills you need as an independent researcher.
Learn more about research degrees in the School of Modern Languages.
Scholarships for 2026-27 Entry
The University has various scholarships for 2026 entry which are open to School of Modern Languages' PhD applicants - see individual descriptions for advice on eligibility requirements and closing dates:
- St Andrews World Leading Scholarship - How to Write a Global Success Before Print
- St Andrews World Leading Scholarship - Designing Techno-Cultural Ecologies
- St Leonard’s College World-Leading Doctoral Scholarships
- AD Links Foundation Doctoral Scholarships
- Douglas and Gordon Bonnyman Doctoral Scholarship
- China Scholarship Council and University of St Andrews Scholarships
- Sanctuary Scholarships
- Postgraduate Accommodation Awards
Recent graduate discount
The University offers a 15% discount on postgraduate tuition fees to students who have graduated or are eligible to graduate from St Andrews.
The discount is available if you are applying for postgraduate degree programmes at the University - including research degrees in the School of Modern Languages.