Applications are open for interested and suitably qualified candidates for the Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards 2026. The entire application details for the Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards Scholarships can be accessed below.
What Employers Are Offering
- ✔ Employer-provided health & medical insurance
- ✔ Visa sponsorship & legal work authorization
- ✔ Relocation assistance & settlement support
- ✔ Long-term employment & benefit coverage
- ✔ Permanent residency pathways (eligible roles)
Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards
Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards 2026 is open for International Students. The scholarship allows Ph.D. level programs (s) in the field of Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Digital Arts, Media Studies, Music and Dance, sound recording, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electronics Electrical Engineering taught at University of Surrey. The deadline for the scholarship is 16 Dec 2026.
Degree Level of Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards
Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards 2026 is available to undertake Ph.D.-level programs at the University of Surrey.
Available Subjects at Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards
The following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Chemical Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Digital Arts
- Media Studies
- Music and Dance
- sound recording
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Electronics Electrical Engineering
Breaking Barrier Studentship Awards Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fee waiver p.a.
- Stipend at UKRI rates p.a. (currently at £17,668)
- Research Training Support Grant of £3,000 to cover the funded period.
Eligibility by Nationalities
This scholarship is open to international students.
Eligibility by Criteria
Eligibility criteria will vary depending on the chosen Ph.D. programme.
Application Procedure:
How to apply
Please follow the process below to help you prepare and submit your application.
- Identify and speak to a prospective supervisor
On the web pages for our academic schools and departments, you will find staff lists that you can use to identify a prospective supervisor. Please contact a prospective supervisor to discuss project options before completing the application. If you have difficulty identifying a prospective supervisor, the PGR Director for the relevant department may be able to help you.
- Apply for a place on a postgraduate research course
Once you have discussed your project with a prospective supervisor you will need to make an application for a place through the relevant course page. Please make sure you indicate on your application that you are applying for the Breaking Barriers Studentship Award 2026.
The deadline to apply for a place on a doctoral programme for this studentship award is 16 December 2026 at 23:59 GMT.
