PhD Scholarships in Economics and Finance

DURHAM UNIVERSITY; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the UK is inviting applications for PhD scholarships in Economics and Finance for entry in 2026. Candidates must hold an offer for a PhD place and confirm supervisors by the deadline of January 9, 2026, to secure funding through various competitive opportunities, including the prestigious NINE Doctoral Training Partnership. This is a unique chance to advance your academic research at a top university.

Qualifications

• Must hold an offer for a PhD place.
• Confirmed supervisors required.
• All supporting documents must be submitted.

Responsibilities

• Apply for PhD scholarships in Economics and Finance to secure funding.
• Explore various funding opportunities available for candidates.

Job description

Durham University Economics & Finance PhD Scholarships – Apply Now!

Are you ready to take your research to the next level? Durham University is inviting applications for PhD scholarships in Economics and Finance for entry in 2026. We offer a range of competitive funding opportunities, including the prestigious NINE Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP).

Why Apply Now?

The NINE DTP deadline is 9 January 2026, however this is not just the application deadline, by this date:

• You must hold an offer for a PhD place.
• You must have confirmed supervisors.
• All supporting documents must be submitted.

This means you need to apply as soon as possible to allow time for review and supervisor allocation.

Scholarships Available

In addition to NINE DTP, Durham offers several other funding opportunities for PhD candidates in Economics and Finance. Explore all options here: https://www.durham.ac.uk/business/about/departments/economics/phd-in-economics/

Contacts:

• Economics Department – [e-mail]
• Finance Department – [e-mail]

Act Now

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading research universities.

Apply today to ensure you meet the NINE DTP deadline and secure your chance for funding!