The Wellcome Sanger Institute in Cambridge offers 12 funded studentships in its 4-Year PhD Programme for 2027, open regardless of nationality. Applications close on Tuesday 24 November 2026 at 09:00 GMT. The tax-free stipend starts at 25,649 pounds a year and university fees are covered. Students earn a University of Cambridge PhD.
Who can apply
Nationality
The Sanger Institute says its funded studentships are available regardless of nationality and that it welcomes candidates worldwide. A Tunisian applicant is funded on the same terms.
Application
Applicants name two referees and upload PDF copies of their university transcripts with the online form.
Interview
Shortlisted candidates are interviewed on 25 January 2027, in person or by video during the two weeks before.
Funding and what it does not cover
The stipend rises from 25,649 pounds in year 1 to 27,385 pounds in year 4, at rates as of October 2026. University tuition fees are covered. Visa and immigration health surcharge costs are reimbursed for international students.
Covered
University of Cambridge tuition fees
Tax-free stipend of 25,649, 26,228, 26,806 and 27,385 pounds in years 1 to 4
Visa and immigration health surcharge costs for international students
