The University College London (UCL) has opened applications for the prestigious Mary Douglas Research Scholarship 2026 for outstanding students seeking to pursue doctoral studies in anthropology.
The Mary Douglas Scholarship is a fully funded PhD award that covers tuition fees and provides an annual living stipend of £23,805. The scholarship is designed to support exceptional researchers and offers successful candidates the opportunity to undertake world-class doctoral research at one of the United Kingdom’s leading universities.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | £23,805 Annual Stipend
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: June 16, 2026
Scholarship Details
UCL Anthropology is inviting applications for the Mary Douglas Research Scholarship, a highly competitive and fully funded doctoral award established to support outstanding anthropological research. Funded through the generous support of the Sigrid Rausing Trust and named after the renowned anthropologist Mary Douglas, the scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for talented researchers to begin their PhD studies at UCL Anthropology from September 2026.
The program offers successful candidates access to UCL’s globally recognized academic environment, expert supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities, and extensive research facilities. Scholars will become part of a dynamic intellectual community while conducting innovative research that contributes meaningfully to the field of anthropology.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Mary Douglas Research Scholarship, applicants must:
- Meet UCL’s academic requirements for admission into the PhD Anthropology programme.
- Submit a strong, innovative, and original research proposal.
- Be eligible for admission to UCL Anthropology.
- Overseas applicants are welcome to apply; however, scholarship funding for tuition fees is limited to the Home (UK) fee rate, and candidates may need additional funding to cover any difference in tuition costs.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Mary Douglas Scholarship will receive:
- Full coverage of Home (UK) tuition fees valued at £6,400 per year.
- An annual living stipend of £23,805 based on UKRI minimum funding rates.
- Guaranteed funding for three years of doctoral study.
- Access to world-class supervision and research resources at UCL.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- A research proposal (maximum one page) demonstrating originality and feasibility. Applicants should clearly indicate their interest in being considered for the Mary Douglas Fellowship.
- An updated CV (maximum three pages), highlighting conference presentations, publications, and academic achievements.
- Undergraduate academic transcripts.
- Postgraduate academic transcripts (if available).
- A letter of support from a prospective supervisor within the UCL Anthropology Department.
- Names and contact details of two academic referees.
- A personal statement (maximum 500 words) explaining how your qualifications, experience, and academic background have prepared you for doctoral research.
How to Apply
To apply for the Mary Douglas Research Scholarship:
- Visit the UCL scholarship application webpage.
- Submit a complete PhD application to UCL Anthropology before the application deadline.
- Prepare and submit all required supporting documents.
- Send your scholarship application and inquiries to [email protected].
- Use “Mary Douglas Scholarship” as the subject line of your email submission.
- Applications will be evaluated based on the academic strength of the candidate and the quality of the proposed research project.
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