Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values and ambitions of the University of Leeds and the Faculty of Social Sciences. We are committed to addressing different forms of intersecting inequalities in relation to our teaching, learning, research and broader engagement with society.
As part of our work in this area, we hope to help address the significant underrepresentation of ethnic minority students in postgraduate research and throughout academia with a funding opportunity for Faculty of Social Sciences postgraduate research applicants from UK Black, Asian and underrepresented ethnic minority communities.
For a period of up to five years beginning in 2022, we will be inviting applications for two new doctoral scholarship awards each year across the Faculty, covering full UK fees and maintenance at UKRI rates. There will be a total of 10 scholarships available over the course of the scheme.
This initiative aims to encourage a diverse postgraduate research community and help to develop a more inclusive pipeline for future academics and university leaders.
This scholarship is now closed for 2024/25 entry. Applications will open again in autumn for 2025/26 entry.
Online event
The Faculty of Social Sciences hosted an online information session for this scholarship in January. To find out more about about the initiative, entry requirements and what it’s like to research at Leeds, watch the recording on demand.
