Doctoral/PhD loans

For doctorates/PhDs started in the academic year 2024/25, you could receive up to £29,390 over the duration of your doctorate.

How to apply for a doctoral loan

University scholarships

We award a number of competitive scholarships to new PhD students each year. Find out more and see our current opportunities.

Alumni scholarships

If you've completed a degree with us before, you could qualify for a scholarship towards your postgraduate research course tuition fees. Find out more.

White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership

The WRDTP is a collaborative partnership between Sheffield Hallam and the universities of Bradford, Hull, Leeds, Manchester Metropolitan, Sheffield and York.

Accredited by the ESRC, it builds on the research excellence of the partners to deliver PhD training across the social sciences.

Visit our WRDTP scholarships page for more details of eligibility and current opportunities.