Fully Funded Doctoral Research Scholarship Opportunity in the United Kingdom
Leeds Beckett University – Leeds Business School
Programme Location
• Leeds, United Kingdom
The Leeds Business School Funded PhD Studentships 2026 offer exceptional fully funded doctoral research opportunities for talented students interested in pursuing advanced academic research in business, management, finance, marketing, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and related disciplines at Leeds Beckett University in the United Kingdom.
The programme is designed to support outstanding researchers who wish to contribute innovative solutions to global business and societal challenges through impactful research projects and interdisciplinary collaboration. Successful applicants will become part of a vibrant academic research environment with access to experienced supervisors, professional research training, international networking opportunities, and modern university research facilities.
Leeds Business School encourages research connected to sustainability, responsible business practices, digital innovation, leadership, entrepreneurship, and economic transformation. The studentships provide financial support to help scholars focus fully on their doctoral studies while building strong academic and professional careers.
This opportunity is ideal for graduates seeking to pursue a PhD in the UK with full funding support and access to high-quality research mentorship within one of the UK’s recognized modern universities.
Eligibility Criteria
• Open to UK and international applicants
• Applicants must hold a strong undergraduate and/or master’s degree
• Academic qualifications should normally be equivalent to a UK Upper Second-Class (2:1) degree or above
• Strong research interest aligned with Leeds Business School themes required
• Demonstrated academic excellence and research potential
• Applicants must meet university English language requirements
• Prior research experience may be advantageous
• Applicants should be prepared to undertake full-time doctoral research
Funding / Scholarship Benefits
Studentship includes:
• Full tuition fee coverage
• Annual stipend / living allowance (subject to funding structure)
• Access to research training programmes
• Academic supervision and mentorship support
• Access to university libraries, software, and research facilities
• Opportunities to attend conferences and research events
• Professional development and networking opportunities
• Opportunity to collaborate on impactful research projects
Eligible Field of Study
• Business Management
• Marketing
• Accounting & Finance
• Entrepreneurship
• Economics
• Human Resource Management
• Sustainability & ESG
• International Business
• Consumer Behaviour
• Digital Innovation
• Leadership Studies
• Organizational Research
• Business Analytics
• Supply Chain & Operations Management
9 juli 2026