The Harold Moody PGR Studentships 2025/26 offer a prestigious opportunity for Black British students to pursue PhD studies in a variety of academic fields at King’s College London. This opportunity is designed to support students who are eligible for home fees and is available within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities, Social Science & Public Policy, and the King’s Business School.
The King’s Doctoral College at King’s College London is offering nine Harold Moody PGR Studentships for the 2025/26 academic year. These studentships are aimed at supporting Black British students who are pursuing a PhD in the following fields:
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Arts, Culture, and Media
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Conflict and Security
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Education Management and Policy
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Geography and the Environment
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History and Classics
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Intercalated Programs
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International Affairs and Development
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Languages and Literature
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Philosophy and Religion
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Policy and Society
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Politics and Economics
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Public Health
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Finance and Management
This scheme provides full financial support, covering tuition fees, stipends, and research costs, in addition to a comprehensive skills development program.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Harold Moody PGR Studentships, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
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Nationality/Residency: Must be a UK permanent resident eligible for home fee status.
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Ethnicity: Applicants must identify as one of the following:
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Black British
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Black or Black British African
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Black or Black British Caribbean
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Black or Black British other
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Mixed Black
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Academic Requirements: Applicants must be applying for a PhD starting in the 2025/26 academic year at King’s College London within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities, Social Science & Public Policy, or King’s Business School.
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Exclusions:
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Students who have already started their doctoral degree at King’s College London are not eligible.
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Distance learning, MD(Res), professional doctorate degrees, and joint PhD programs are not eligible.
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- For more details, please visit the official website.
Program Details
This studentship covers all tuition fees and provides a stipend, as well as research costs for your PhD program. Additionally, it includes access to a comprehensive skills development program to enhance your academic and professional development.
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
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Find a Supervisor:
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Contact a potential supervisor at King’s College London whose research aligns with your proposed PhD topic.
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Include the name of your proposed supervisor in your admissions application.
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Submit an Admissions Application:
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Complete the online admissions application via King’s Apply by the deadline of 21 April 2025 (23:59 UK time).
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Ensure you select a PhD program within the eligible faculties: Arts & Humanities, Social Science & Public Policy, or King’s Business School.
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In the ‘Funding’ section of the application, enter the funding code 2526-THM to apply for the Harold Moody Studentship.
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Submit Required Documentation:
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Ensure all necessary supporting documents (such as transcripts, references, research proposal, and educational qualifications) are submitted by the deadline of 5 May 2025 (23:59 UK time).
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Confirmation of Admission:
Important Dates:
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January 2025: Scholarship competition opens
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6 March 2025 (10 am): Online workshop for applicants
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9 April 2025 (2 pm): Online Q&A session
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21 April 2025 (23:59 pm UK time): Deadline to submit an admissions application
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5 May 2025 (23:59 pm UK time): Deadline for references and supporting documents
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13 June 2025: Applicants must have secured an admission offer
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Mid to End of June 2025: Announcement of decisions
How to Apply: Application Process
For any queries or further details, please contact the King’s Doctoral College at doctoralstudies@kcl.ac.uk.
The Harold Moody PGR Studentship 2025/26 is a fantastic opportunity for Black British students who wish to pursue a PhD in a range of academic fields at King’s College London. With full financial support and access to a comprehensive skills development program, this studentship provides not just funding, but a platform for academic and professional growth.
If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about furthering your academic career, we highly encourage you to apply. Be sure to follow the application process carefully and submit your materials on time to be considered for this prestigious studentship.
We wish you the best of luck in your application process and encourage you to take full advantage of this amazing opportunity!
For more information, please visit the King’s College London website and refer to the application portal for full details.