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Who can apply
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- Country of study
- United Kingdom · Bath
- Accepted nationalities
- All nationalities
- Target level
- Doctorate
- Fields of study
- All fields
The real funding
What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.
Dates
- Applications close
- 12 January 2027 at 12:00 GMT, time zone not specified
- Results announced
- mid-March 2027
- Studies start
- 4 October 2027
Application steps
In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.
Step 1: Contact a potential supervisor to discuss your research ideas and get their agreement to support your application.
- With whom
- You
- By when
- 16 November 2026 — 16 November 2026
Step 2: Check the entry requirements for a PhD in the relevant department or interdisciplinary stream.
- With whom
- You
Step 3: Submit a complete online University of Bath application and select 'ESRC' in the funding section. Include the required supporting documents.
- With whom
- You
- By when
- 12 January 2027 at 12:00 GMT, time zone not specified — 12 January 2027 at 12:00 Noon GMT
- Documents to provide
- Student Statement Form (Annex A)
- Supervisor Supporting Statement (Annex B)
- Supporting information as listed on how to apply for doctoral study
- Official link
- Open the official page (opens in a new tab)
Where to apply
South West Doctoral Training Partnership (opens in a new tab) · ESRC Doctoral Studentships (SWDTP) · University of Bath
Official title (in English): ESRC South West Doctoral Training Partnership funding
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Official website of South West Doctoral Training Partnership: bath.ac.uk
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