Fully Funded Astronomy PhD: Exoplanets, Cosmology & More

The Daadscholarship group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institute invites applications for fully funded PhD Studentships starting in 2026. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring astrophysicists from diverse backgrounds, particularly those of Black heritage. Candidates will engage in groundbreaking research areas, supported by world-class supervision and funding covering living costs and tuition. Application deadline is 5th January 2026, with further opportunities to benefit from international collaborations.

Benefits

Fully funded PhD

Living stipend and research support

Access to state-of-the-art research facilities

Qualifications

• Open to UK and international students from any background.
• Strongly encourages applications from candidates of Black heritage or mixed Black background.

Responsibilities

• Conduct doctoral research in astrophysics.
• Engage in collaborative projects with supervisors.
• Submit application including supporting documents by deadline.

Job description

A prestigious educational institute invites applications for fully funded PhD Studentships starting in 2026. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring astrophysicists from diverse backgrounds, particularly those of Black heritage. Candidates will engage in groundbreaking research areas, supported by world-class supervision and funding covering living costs and tuition. Application deadline is 5th January 2026, with further opportunities to benefit from international collaborations.