Study in UK: Edinburgh Law School and Ewen Cameron Studentships in 2027 (Fully Funded)

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for the 2027 Edinburgh Law School and Ewen Cameron Studentships. These prestigious, fully funded PhD fellowships offer an exceptional opportunity for outstanding domestic and international students interested in undertaking doctoral research in law and related areas.

The University of Edinburgh is offering two fully funded PhD studentships in the Edinburgh Law School. One of them is funded by a significant bequest from university alumnus Ewen Cameron and is presented in his name. Both studentships are intended to support brilliant researchers by offering financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses for the duration of their PhD study.

Successful applicants will receive full tuition fee support and an annual maintenance stipend at the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) rate. The current stipend for the 2026/2027 academic year is £21,805, paid monthly in arrears over three years (subject to good academic achievement).

Eligible Programmes for Edinburgh Law School and Ewen Cameron Studentships

Commercial Law
Criminal Law and Criminal Justice
Public Law
International Law
Human Rights Law
European Union Law
Intellectual Property Law
Environmental Law
Technology and Law
Legal Theory & Jurisprudence

Requirements for Edinburgh Law School and Ewen Cameron Studentships

1. PhD Applicants (Year 1)

Candidates should intend to commence their first year of full-time or part-time PhD studies at Edinburgh Law School in the 2027/2028 academic year.

2. Citizenship Requirements

The award is open to applicants both locally and internationally.

3. Academic Qualifications

Candidates must have a solid academic record in the proposed area of legal study.

4. Strong Research Proposal

The applicant should produce a clear and academically strong research project, showing originality, relevance, and the potential to make a significant contribution to legal studies.

5. Research Compatibility

Candidates should select a study area that is compatible with the school’s academic strengths and show that the proposed project can be supported by its research environment.

Benefits of Edinburgh Law School and Ewen Cameron Studentships

Firstly, successful applicants will receive support for their tuition fees for the PhD programme.
Secondly, the studentships will include an annual maintenance stipend at the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) grant rate.
Thirdly, the studentships provide financial support for a maximum of three years.
Finally, the winners of the studentships will be able to carry out PhD research in one of the established universities of the United Kingdom.