As a postgraduate student you will need to pay annual tuition fees to the University for your programme of study. You may be able to apply for funding to help you cover your costs.
When planning your finances, you will also need to consider other expenses such as living costs, accommodation fees and study materials. Visit the University’s postgraduate fees and funding page for more information.
Postgraduate loans are now available for UK and EU students studying a postgraduate degree and research masters programmes.
These loans are worth up to £11,222 per student.
Explore into the funding available for postgraduate students.
South Coast Doctoral Training Partnership (SCDTP) Scholarships
Through an exciting collaboration between the Universities of Southampton, Brighton and Portsmouth, the South Coast DTP aims to deliver the latest developments in training in research methods and skills to produce highly qualified and rounded social scientists, equipped to meet contemporary economic and social challenges. Funded by the Economic and Social Research Council, the South Coast DTP will be awarding a minimum of 38 studentships per year to social scientists carrying out PhD studies, or Masters + PhD studies at its three partner institutions.
More information on funding available through the South Coast DTP and for application window dates please visit the South Coast DTP website.
Students within PAIR may also apply to other DTCs where relevant. For instance, those whose work has a strong philosophical (political theory) or historical element might apply to the AHRC South, West and Wales consortium.
Postgraduate Research Scholarship (Presidential Scholarships)
The Postgraduate Research Scholarship (Presidential Scholarships) fund runs annually and is administered by the Doctoral College.
The scholarships will cover full fees, a stipend and a research training and support grant for up to 3.5 years (or 84 months pro rata for part time students).
The scheme is open to all nationalities and subject areas. You can find out more information about the scholarship on our Doctoral College site.