University of Warwick – Chancellor’s International Scholarship
The Chancellor’s International Scholarship is one of the most prestigious PhD funding schemes at the University of Warwick. It is open to outstanding international applicants from any country, including India and Pakistan, and is awarded based on academic merit and research promise.
For entry in the Autumn 2025 cohort, up to 42 scholarships will be awarded, with a total University budget of approximately £5 million.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fee coverage for ‘overseas’ fee status students
- Maintenance stipend at the prevailing UKRI rate (typically ~£18,700 per year) for up to 3.5 years
- A one‑off Research, Training and Supporting Grant (RTSG) of £5,000
- In many cases, support towards UK visa and immigration costs may be available
Eligible scholars receive funding for the full duration of their PhD research programme, aligned with UKRI guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Apply for a PhD programme at Warwick beginning in October 2025, or
- Be currently enrolled in the first year of a PhD (or MPhil/PhD) at Warwick, provided they commenced within 12 months before October 2025
- Be classified as an international fee-status student—there are no nationality restrictions, so students from India and Pakistan fully qualify
There is no nationality criterion—the scholarship is open to all non-UK and non-EU fee-paying applicants
Application Timeline
- Course application deadline: 9 December 2024, 23:59 GMT
- Scholarship application deadline: 12 December 2024, 23:59 GMT
- Supporting documents submission: by 7 January 2025, 23:59 GMT
- Award decisions communicated: by early March 2025
- Programme start: October 2025
Applicants must submit their course application first, receive an offer, then register and complete the separate scholarship application via Warwick’s PhD scholarship portal.
Selection Criteria
Scholarships are awarded competitively based on:
- Academic excellence and research record
- Strength and clarity of research proposal
- Alignment with academic discipline and potential for global research impact
- Additional consideration may include interview/interview equivalent through committee evaluation
Successful candidates typically represent exceptional scholarship potential and demonstrable preparedness for PhD-level research.
Ideal Profile – India & Pakistan Applicants
- Academically distinguished graduates (strong first-class or equivalent degree, with research experience)
- Candidates with international academic aspirations seeking fully funded PhD research in the UK
- Those able to apply by course deadlines and complete following scholarship submission steps
- Applicants prepared to develop a rigorous research proposal aligned with their field and with Warwick’s research strengths
Why Choose Rise Education Group
At Rise Education Group, we specialise in supporting South Asian PhD applicants—especially from India and Pakistan—applying to high-impact scholarships like Warwick’s CIS. Our service includes:
- Personalized guidance on choosing the right PhD programme and supervisor match
- Coaching on research proposal structure, clarity, and impact
- Strategic support through course and scholarship deadlines, portal access, and submission process
- Practice review of documents to align with Warwick’s ranking criteria and the emphasis on academic merit
Our expertise ensures your application is robust and positioned for success in this ultra-competitive award.
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If you are planning to pursue a PhD at University of Warwick in 2025 and want to explore your eligibility for the Chancellor’s International Scholarship, book a tailored consultation to begin your journey.