OpenFieldPhD Studentship in Global Democratic Resilience & Human Rights
Doctoral research studentship based within the Centre for the Study of Democracy investigating comparative electoral integrity, civil rights, and authoritarianism.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree with Merit or Distinction in politics, law, or sociology.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in all components).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Comprehensive 2,500-word doctoral research proposal and writing sample.
- Recommendation letters
- Two detailed academic references.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Three-year UKRI-matched studentship (£21,237 annual living stipend + full fees)
- Application fee
- £0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully waived
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Westminster - Regent Street documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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