The University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom (UK) has opened applications for the 2026 FIBE3 Studentship for interested and qualified candidates from around the world.
The University of Cambridge FIBE3 Studentship is a fully funded opportunity that covers full tuition fees and provides a generous annual living stipend of £20,780 for successful applicants pursuing postgraduate studies.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Cambridge
- Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Study Abroad: Study in UK
- Category:
- Scholarships
- Postgraduate Scholarships
- Masters Scholarships
- PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward:
- Full Scholarship
- £20,780 Living Stipend per year
- IELTS: Not Required
- Deadline: April 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The University of Cambridge FIBE3 Studentship is a doctoral funding opportunity supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) through the FIBE3 Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT). The studentship is offered for a number of 1+3 MRes/PhD positions and is delivered in collaboration with industry partners to support advanced research in engineering and related disciplines.
This studentship is designed to equip researchers with interdisciplinary knowledge and industry-relevant skills while providing access to world-class research facilities at the University of Cambridge. Successful candidates will commence their studies on 1 October each year, with options available for both full-time and part-time enrolment. Award holders are expected to complete their MRes and PhD within the duration specified by the studentship.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the University of Cambridge FIBE3 Studentship, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a recognised university
- Have, or expect to obtain before the start date, a minimum of a high Second Class Upper (2.1) degree, preferably at Master’s level, in a relevant engineering or science discipline
- Possess a strong academic background in concrete works
- Meet the admission requirements for an MRes/PhD programme at the University of Cambridge
- Satisfy the University’s English Language requirements
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Cambridge FIBE3 Studentship will receive:
- Tuition fees at the Home rate
- Annual living stipend of £20,780
Required Documents
To apply for this studentship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Research proposal aligned with FIBE3 themes
- Supporting academic and professional references
- Any additional documents required by the University of Cambridge Applicant Portal
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Cambridge FIBE3 Studentship:
- Visit the programme’s official webpage
- Submit an online application through the University of Cambridge Applicant Portal
- In your general application, clearly use your research proposal to explain how your research interests align with the FIBE3 themes, roadmap, and research enablers
- Identify relevant FIBE3 CDT industry partners connected to your research focus
- The CDT will assess applications and seek to match candidates with suitable supervisors, industry partners, and research projects
For technical enquiries, applicants may contact Professor Abir Al-Tabbaa via [email protected].
For general enquiries, contact Ella Harding-Rolls at [email protected].
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