Ellison Institute of Technology Scholars Program 2027
by Ellison Institute of Technology
United Kingdom
Ellison Institute of Technology
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Description
The Graduate Ellison Scholars programme offers fully funded doctoral (DPhil/PhD) study at the University of Oxford, where scholars…
Full Description
The Graduate Ellison Scholars programme provides fully-funded doctoral (DPhil/PhD) study at the University of Oxford, where graduate students directly contribute to progressing an EIT project. These projects tackle global challenges through cutting-edge technology, offering graduate students the chance to collaborate with world-leading experts to develop innovative solutions.
Summary
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
- Study Level: PhD
- Sponsor: Ellison Institute of Technology
- School to Study: University of Oxford
- Course to Study: Artificial Intelligence, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Medicine, Microbiology, Plant Science, Robotics
- Eligible Country: All Countries
Funding Types
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Application LinkDeadline
Dec 01, 2026
56 days remaining
Benefits
Graduate Ellison Scholars will:
- Work on an EIT project while completing fully-funded doctoral study at the University of Oxford
- Contribute meaningfully to EIT’s work and help to solve global challenges
- Receive mentorship from world-leaders in their field
- Access state-of-the-art facilities to develop and deploy world-benefitting technologies
How to Apply
For more information, visit Ellison Institute of Technology scholarship webpage.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the University of Oxford’s entry requirements to be eligible for the scholarship.
Eligible applicants need to demonstrate how they meet our selection criteria in their application.
Applicants must meet the University of Oxford's entry requirements to be eligible for the scholarship, and must demonstrate how they meet the following selection criteria:
Alignment:
- Proven ability to make meaningful and substantial contributions to the project's development and impact
- A genuine interest in their chosen EIT Project, reflecting commitment to its goals
- A well-matched research proposal that aligns with the project's objectives
Excellence:
- Outstanding academic record, particularly in relevant disciplines (e.g., first-class degree, distinction in a master's programme, minimum GPA 3.7/4)
- Competitive scholarships, fellowships, competitions, academic awards, or similar accolades
- Significant contributions to a major research project, laboratory work, or field study
Innovation:
- Peer-reviewed publications, patents, or other recognised contributions to innovative research
- Participation in interdisciplinary or cutting-edge research projects
- Awards or recognition for innovative research, academic presentations, or technological advancements
Collaboration:
- Involvement in collaborative research projects, co-authored publications, or multi-institutional studies
- Contribution to team-based initiatives (lab management, journal editing, academic committees)
- Experience organising academic conferences, workshops, or research symposia
Tenacity:
- Completion of a rigorous research project, dissertation, or thesis despite significant challenges
- Persistence in securing research funding, scholarships, or competitive opportunities
- Long-term commitment to a research area, demonstrated through sustained academic contributions
Integrity:
- References or endorsements highlighting ethical conduct and reliability
- Roles requiring high ethical standards (e.g., student representative, community leader)
- Honesty and accuracy in the application form
