New College Graduate Scholarship in Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Prestigious doctoral scholarship covering full Oxford university and college fees plus living stipend for doctoral research in physics or mathematical sciences.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: First-class undergraduate degree (1st) or GPA 3.8+ from a world-leading university
English language proficiency: IELTS 7.5 (min 7.0 in each component)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Physics GRE recommended for international candidates
Thesis / Research statement: Research proposal (1,500 words) in theoretical physics, astrophysics, or pure mathematics
Recommendation letters: Three confidential letters from distinguished university professors

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full tuition coverage plus £19,237 annual living stipend for 3-4 years
Application fee: £75 Oxford graduate application fee
Tuition / joining costs: £0 tuition (fully covered by Clarendon/New College award)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 8, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official New College, University of Oxford documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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