Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
If your application does not indicate at least one named supervisor AND include a statement of your research interests then your application will be rejected.
Selection Process
If you submit your application before the December funding deadline, your application will be reviewed in December-January. We expect shortlisted applicants to be invited for interview in January, and those applicants can usually expect to receive a decision in February.
If you submit your application after the funding deadline, research places may be more limited and a suitable supervisor may no longer be available.
Successful applicants may be allocated to a supervisor other than the one named in the application.
Things You'll Need
You should start preparing the things that you'll need when you apply. These will be mandatory, unless specifically flagged as optional.
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Two referees willing to give you a reference
Either academic or professional – please see our References guidance for more information about which type you need. Your referees will need to have submitted their reference by the course deadline. - Transcript
- CV/resume
- Evidence of competence in English
If required - please see our Competence in English guidance for more information.
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:
See Gates Cambridge for more information.
How to Find a Supervisor
You must name in your application at least one eligible priniciple superivisor who fits with your research interests. The list of eligible principle supervisors and their research interests can be found at lcfi.ac.uk/education/phd
You are welcome to contact the supervisors by email to discuss potential research topics and interests, but you are not required to do so.