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University of Leeds Full-Tuition Economics PhD Scholarship 2021 (UK)

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Emmanuel Charles

Senior Admissions Analyst

February 5, 2021

The Economics Division of Leeds University Business School (LUBS) at the University of Leeds, UK, is offering a fully funded PhD scholarship for an international or UK research candidate commencing in 2021.

2021 Full Tuition Business School Economics Division Scholarship at Leeds University - UK

Scholarship Coverage

  • 100% Full Tuition Fees at the University of Leeds standard rate
  • Annual Maintenance Grant at the standard UKRI rate (£15,285 per year)
  • Application Deadline: March 1, 2021

Eligibility and Two-Stage Application Process

  1. Hold a First-Class or strong Upper Second-Class (2:1) undergraduate degree plus a Master's degree with at least 60% (Merit) average in Economics or a related field, and IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 6.0 in each component).
  2. Stage 1: Apply for a PhD research place via the LUBS Research Degrees portal to obtain your 9-digit student ID number.
  3. Stage 2: Complete the Economics Division Scholarship online application form by March 1, 2021.
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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Collins Nwosu

Feb 5, 2021

How many days before March 1 should I submit Stage 1 so I can get the 9-digit student ID number in time for Stage 2?

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Mentra Admissions Desk

Feb 5, 2021

Submit your Stage 1 PhD admission application at least 5 to 7 working days before March 1, Collins, as the automated 9-digit student ID number is generated within 24 to 48 hours of submitting your study application.

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