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Hilde Domin Programme
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Germany · On Site
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For doctoral research, check the research proposal, supervisor requirements, academic qualifications and whether funding covers the full research period. Ugandan and other African applicants should confirm nationality eligibility in the official call.
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Bi-nationally Supervised Doctoral Degrees / Cotutelle
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Germany · On Site
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Generative Graph Modelling for Anomaly Detection
Macquarie University
Australia · On Site
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AI-enabled Digital Twin for Preventive Care
Macquarie University
Australia · On Site
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Secure Edge Computing Framework for Data Processing
Macquarie University
Australia · On Site
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Variational Decentralised Learning
Macquarie University
Australia · On Site
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Vice-Chancellor’s PhD Scholarship (VCPS)
RMIT University
Australia · On Site
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Clarendon Fund Scholarships
University of Oxford
United Kingdom · On Site
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ANU University Research Scholarship with HDR Fee Merit Scholarship
Australian National University
Australia · On Site
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University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship
University of Auckland
New Zealand · On Site
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Gordon and Isabel Humphrey Scholarship 2027
University of Melbourne
Australia · On Site
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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme 2027/28
Research Grants Council, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Hong Kong · On Site
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Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Stanford University
United States · On Site
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Commonwealth PhD Scholarships
Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
United Kingdom · On Site
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027/28 for Uganda
Swiss Confederation — Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students
Switzerland · On Site
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Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D)
Government of Canada research funding agencies
Canada (in person)
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EMBL International PhD Programme – 2027 Winter Recruitment
European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Germany, France, Italy, Spain and UK EMBL sites (in person)
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NTU Nanyang Business School PhD Scholarships 2027
Nanyang Technological University Nanyang Business School
Singapore (in person)
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NTU School of Social Sciences PhD Scholarships 2027
Nanyang Technological University School of Social Sciences
Singapore (in person)
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NUS Business School PhD Scholarship 2027
National University of Singapore Business School
Singapore (in person)
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NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health PhD Scholarship
National University of Singapore Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health
Singapore (in person)
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NUS PhD in Statistics and Data Science Scholarship
National University of Singapore Department of Statistics and Data Science
Singapore (in person)
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NUS Mechanobiology Institute Fully Funded PhD
National University of Singapore Mechanobiology Institute
Singapore (in person)
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Wellington Doctoral Scholarship 2027
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand (in person)
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Commonwealth PhD Scholarships
Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UKUnited Kingdom · On Site
Opportunity details
Application statusCloses in 39 days
DeadlineOctober 20, 2026
ParticipationOn Site
Who can apply
Ugandan citizens and eligible refugees permanently resident in Uganda may apply. Applicants must be available to begin study in September 2027, meet the academic requirements and be unable to afford UK doctoral study without the scholarship.
Key information
- Study level
- Doctoral / PhD
- Funding coverage
- Fully funded
- Award value or coverage details
- Covers approved tuition fees, return airfare and a monthly stipend currently stated as £1,712, or £2,000 at universities in metropolitan London. It also provides eligible study travel, fieldwork, mid-term home travel and family allowances.
About this opportunity
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships fund development-focused doctoral research at approved UK universities. Uganda is listed among the eligible countries for the 2027–2028 application cycle.
Benefits
Covers approved tuition fees, return airfare and a monthly stipend currently stated as £1,712, or £2,000 at universities in metropolitan London. It also provides eligible study travel, fieldwork, mid-term home travel and family allowances.
Requirements
By September 2027, applicants must normally hold at least an upper second-class first degree, or a lower second-class degree plus a relevant postgraduate qualification. The application requires supporting documents and a supporting statement from a named supervisor at at least one proposed UK university.
How to apply
Submit the scholarship application through CSC Central and apply through an eligible nominating body. Contact prospective UK supervisors and apply for admission to preferred universities in advance.