The University of Leeds School of Computer Science Scholarship 2026 is offering a fully funded PhD opportunity for talented international and UK students interested in pursuing research in Computer Science in the United Kingdom.
The School of Computer Science Studentship covers the full academic tuition fees and provides a tax-free maintenance grant of £21,805 per year for 3.5 years. The opportunity is open to applicants from all countries, with selection based on academic merit.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | £21,805 Annual Stipend
- Duration: 3.5 Years
- IELTS: Not Required
- Deadline: September 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The University of Leeds is offering a talented researcher the opportunity to join its thriving community of researchers within the School of Computer Science.
The studentship provides an opportunity for successful candidates to develop their research expertise and contribute to innovative work within the School of Computer Science. The opportunity is open to applicants from all eligible backgrounds, and candidates will be considered through the School of Computer Science Studentship Competition, with selection based on academic merit.
The research project associated with this opportunity is “Mixed precision methods for numerical linear algebra at exascale”, under the proposed supervision of Dr Massimiliano Fasi.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the University of Leeds Computer Science Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be classified as either International or UK fee-rated applicants.
- Not have previously been awarded a PhD.
- Not currently be registered on a PhD programme.
- Be able to live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds while receiving the scholarship.
- Be ready to commence the programme by 1 February 2027.
Scholarship Benefits
The School of Computer Science Studentship provides:
- Full academic tuition fees.
- A tax-free maintenance grant of £21,805 per year.
- Funding for a period of 3.5 years.
- The opportunity to join the University of Leeds’ School of Computer Science research community.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Full transcripts of all degree-level studies. Applicants in their final year should provide transcripts available to date, including the grading scheme.
- A personal statement explaining their interest in the research project.
- An updated CV.
- If English is not your first language, evidence showing that you meet the University of Leeds’ minimum English language requirements.
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Leeds School of Computer Science Scholarship 2026:
- Submit a formal application for research degree study through the University of Leeds website.
- Create a login ID using a username and PIN.
- For Application Type, select Research Degrees, Research Postgraduate.
- Select the 2026/27 Academic Year as the admission year.
- Under Planned Course of Study, select PhD Computer Science Full Time.
- Enter 1 February 2027 as the Proposed Start Date of Research.
- In the research information section, clearly state that you wish to be considered for the research degree “Mixed precision methods for numerical linear algebra at exascale”.
- State Dr Massimiliano Fasi as your proposed supervisor.
- In the Finance section, state that you are applying for the School of Computer Science Studentship 2025/26: Mixed Precision.
- Submit your application and supporting documents before the deadline.
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