King's Business School at King's College London is inviting applications for fully funded, full-time PhD studentships in Economic Studies, commencing in October 2027. These opportunities are open to Home and International students who demonstrate talent and enthusiasm for academic leadership in their chosen fields.
The studentships cover tuition fees for three years and provide a generous stipend for four years, along with training and conference grants. Located in central London's iconic Bush House, King's Business School is a leading academic center renowned for its research and teaching quality.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | PhD Position |
|---|---|
| Institution | King's College London |
| Department | King's Business School |
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | UK Students, EU Students, International Students |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | Approximately £23,000 per annum (2026-27 rate is £23,805), plus tuition fees |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Start date | October 2027 |
| Application deadline | 01 December 2026 |
About the Position
The PhD studentships are available across King's Business School's research expertise areas, including Accounting & Financial Management, Banking & Finance, and Economics. Applicants are expected to develop a research proposal within these fields. A crucial requirement for consideration is to secure supervisory support from a King's Business School academic prior to submitting the application.
Eligibility
- Qualify as Home or International for fees purposes
- Have supervisory support from a King's Business School academic before applying
Benefits
- Tuition fees covered for three years
- Stipend of approximately £23,000 per annum (2026-27 rate: £23,805) for four years, with annual inflationary increases
- Generous training and conference grant
- Additional paid teaching and research opportunities
- Opportunity to apply for other funding sources like LISS-DTP and King’s – China Scholarship Council
Documents Required
- Research proposal (implied by supervisor contact requirement)
How to Apply
- Contact potential supervisors to discuss your research proposal and secure their willingness to supervise you.
- Submit your application through the admissions portal between October 20, 2026, and December 1, 2026, by 11:59 pm.
- Refer to the King's Business School PhD admission guide for detailed application instructions.
FAQs
When will decisions be announced?
Decisions will be announced in early 2027.
Is there an information session available?
Yes, a free online masterclass titled 'Tips and Insights for Embarking on Your Doctoral Journey' will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, from 15:00-16:30 GMT. Registration is via Eventbrite.
Source: jobs.ac.uk PhD studentships.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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