Manchester Met PhD Scholarships 2025 – Fully Funded & Fees-Only Opportunities for Global Researchers
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) provides a range of PhD scholarships, offering financial assistance to exceptional research candidates. These scholarships aim to support cutting-edge research across key disciplines at the university, covering tuition fees and, in some cases, living expenses. Open to both UK and international students, these opportunities are particularly suited for those pursuing research in business, law, economics, and related fields.
Types of Scholarships Available
- Fees-only scholarships: Cover tuition costs at standard rates.
- Fully funded scholarships: Include full tuition coverage along with a stipend for living expenses.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to connect with the designated academic supervisor before applying.
Available PhD Scholarships
Manchester Met offers PhD scholarships across various faculties, with notable funding opportunities in the Faculty of Business and Law.
Eligibility Requirements
- Academic Qualifications:
- A Master’s degree in social sciences or a relevant field, with Merit or higher, including a research/dissertation component.
- A First or Upper-Second-Class Honours undergraduate degree (or an international equivalent).
- English Language Proficiency: Proof may be required for non-native speakers.
Faculty of Business and Law – Fully Funded PhD Studentships
The Faculty of Business and Law offers up to three fully funded PhD studentships for three years, aimed at strengthening its research community.
Research Areas
- Finance & Economics: Applied Economics, Applied Finance, Governance.
- Law: Equalities & Human Rights, Sustainability, Legal Geographies, Legal Education, Sports Law.
- Marketing, International Business & Tourism: Place & Market Transformations, International Business.
- Operations, Technology, Events & Hospitality: Operations & Digital Transformation.
- People & Performance: Decent Work & Productivity, Sports Policy.
- Strategy, Enterprise & Sustainability: Transformative Sustainable Futures, Strategic Enterprise Dynamics.
Funding Details
- Full tuition coverage
- Annual stipend: £19,237 (UKRI standard rate for 2024-2025)
- Start date: October 2024
Expectations from Scholarship Recipients
- Conduct high-quality research with real-world impact.
- Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
- Participate in research projects and doctoral activities.
- Engage with policymakers, businesses, and the wider society.
Application Process
Required Documents:
- Online Application Form (Reference: “Transform Studentships”).
- Research Proposal (Max: 2,000 words) – including abstract, literature review, methodology, and a three-year research plan.
- Personal Statement (Max: 1,000 words) – outlining research interests, qualifications, and career aspirations.
- Degree Certificates & Transcripts (English-language versions).
- Proof of English Language Proficiency (if applicable).
- Two Academic References (to be submitted if shortlisted).
Submission Guidelines:
- Upload documents via the online application portal.
- Alternatively, email materials to PGRAdmissions@mmu.ac.uk.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 28 February 2025
- Interviews: Week of 31 March 2025 (preferably on-site in Manchester).
- Offer Notifications: Week of 7 April 2025
Manchester Met also collaborates with Doctoral Training Partnerships and offers externally funded PhD scholarships through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).