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Postgraduate Study

Course closed for this cycle: Development Studies is no longer accepting applications for this cycle. It is expected to re-open for new applications in early September.

Funding Opportunities

The Centre (via the Department of Politics and International Studies) puts forward a limited number of students each year for ESRC studentships. Prospective students must clearly stipulate this on their applications.

Students wishing to conduct fieldwork should be mindful of the related costs, such as travel, accommodation and visas. There is limited financial help available through the department to support the costs of fieldwork and conferences. Applicants should not expect to rely on this as the sole source of funds for their fieldwork. Details of funding can be found on the Departmental Fieldwork Fund webpage, but this can be subject to change.

General Funding Opportunities


Fees and Maintenance

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Key Information


Michaelmas 2026 (Closed)
Applications open
Sep. 3, 2025
Application deadline
Feb. 26, 2026
Course starts
Oct. 1, 2026
Some courses can close early. See the Deadlines page for guidance on when to apply.
Funding Deadlines
Course Funding Deadline
Dec. 3, 2025
Gates Cambridge US round only
Oct. 15, 2025

These deadlines apply to applications for courses starting in Michaelmas 2026, Lent 2027 and Easter 2027.

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