University of Derby MPhil/PhD Studentship in Education 2026

The University of Derby is offering an MPhil/PhD Studentship in Education for 2026, focusing on English and German philosophies of education. This full-time research position includes a tuition fee bursary of £5,006 per annum and provides the opportunity to contribute to the university’s research community while completing a doctoral degree within three years. The project explores the historical and philosophical foundations of education in England and Germany, with a comparative approach examining their influence on pedagogy, ethics, and policy.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: 16 January 2026
2. Value: Tuition fee bursary of £5,006 per annum
3. Study Level: MPhil/PhD
4. Sponsor: University of Derby
5. Course to Study: Education / Philosophy of Education
6. Eligible Country: All Countries

Eligibility Criteria for University of Derby MPhil/PhD Studentship in Education 2026

Please review the entry requirements before submitting your application and check out the 'Application documents' section.

Application Documents

Before you begin your application, make sure you have:

Studentship funding reference code

This is provided on the individual studentship advert and must be specified in your application.

Personal statement

A 500-word personal statement outlining your suitability for the studentship project. This is a mandatory requirement and you must upload it into your application. You should include your reasons for applying for the studentship, your experience in the field, how you feel you would benefit from studying and relevant information about your previous studies.

Your CV

A CV outlining your academic and professional experience.

Qualifications

Your qualification details, including grades and dates taken. You will have the opportunity to upload scanned copies of your qualification certificates and transcripts in the application. If you have no formal qualifications, you can also state this in your application.

Passport/birth certificate

A scanned copy of your passport or full birth certificate. This will help us verify your application to study with us. International applicants can provide a copy of their passport only for visa assessment purposes and their current visa if residing within the UK.

Academic references

Two signed academic references. This is optional at the application stage but highly encouraged. If successful in your application, two academic references will be a mandatory requirement of admission. The references should be in written format, signed and dated from either a supervisor or tutor from your most recent studies.

Benefits of University of Derby MPhil/PhD Studentship in Education 2026

1. Tuition fee bursary at home fee level of £5,006 per annum (subject to amendment)

How to Apply

Please review our entry requirements before submitting your application and check out the 'Getting Started' section below.

Completed applications should be submitted via the online application system, quoting funding reference: EXT_IES_Philosophies_25-26

Apply online

Closing date for applications: 16 January 2026.

Interviews: Monday 2 and Wednesday 14 February 2026.

If you have not been invited for an interview by the interview date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

For enquiries which are subject-specific, please contact:

Dr Jack Bryne Stothard - j.stothard@derby.ac.uk

Dr Johannes Schmees - j.schmees@derby.ac.uk

For more details, visit University of Derby Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

January 16, 2026

Application Link(s)

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