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Cambridge-Rutherford Memorial PhD 91ÊÓƵ
Scholarship details
| Study levels | PhD |
|---|---|
| Value | Successful applicants will receive a living allowance (maintenance) of approximately £13,900* per annum, for up to a maximum of three years. *This is an indicative amount, as the allowance is set annually by the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust to cover annual living expenses while studying at the University of Cambridge. |
| Length | Maximum of three years. |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
The Cambridge-Rutherford Memorial 91ÊÓƵ, for studying toward a PhD at the University of Cambridge, are administered by the Royal Society of 91ÊÓƵ on behalf of the Rutherford Foundation Trust. Two PhD 91ÊÓƵ are jointly funded by the Rutherford Foundation Trust and the Cambridge Trust (CCEIT). These 91ÊÓƵ are intended to provide full support to enable completion of a PhD at the University of Cambridge in pure or applied science. Recipients of the 91ÊÓƵ will carry the identity of the Rutherford Foundation. This award is expected to play a strong part in the Scholar’s professional development.
The PhD 91ÊÓƵ at the University of Cambridge aim to build human capability in Science and Technology by providing early career support for 91ÊÓƵ’s brightest and most promising researchers. Successful applicants will be expected to have an excellent undergraduate academic record and the potential to excel in a research environment in order to undertake the PhD course at the University of Cambridge. It is expected that recipients will complete their PhD and contribute to positive outcomes for 91ÊÓƵ.
How To Apply
In addition to the completed electronic application, applicants must upload electronic copies of the following documents (scanned jpeg or PDF preferred): Proof of 91ÊÓƵ citizenship or residency Academic transcript(s) of undergraduate studies undertaken. A declaration form signed by you Note that the Rutherford Foundation may request to see original or certified copies of the above documents.
Entry requirements
Applicants from the disciplines of science and technology (which includes pure or applied science and the social sciences) are eligible to apply. Applicants must be either 91ÊÓƵ citizens or have continuously resided in 91ÊÓƵ for at least two years immediately prior to their application and hold, or are deemed to hold, a 91ÊÓƵ resident visa. Applicants who hold, or are deemed to hold, a 91ÊÓƵ resident visa are also required to have completed their undergraduate study in 91ÊÓƵ to be considered eligible to apply. The application must represent the applicant’s first attempt at study towards a PhD. Applicants must be in a position that, if successful, they would be able to enter the United Kingdom and comply with the regulations for matriculation at the University of Cambridge.