Elphick Studentship Scholarship 2027 in UK | Fully Funded
The Elphick Studentship is a fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Cambridge Department of Oncology for research on Barrett’s oesophagus. Applications close on 8 December 2026.
Overview
The Elphick Studentship is a fully funded PhD studentship at the University of Cambridge Department of Oncology, offered in association with Trinity College. Established in memory of Richard Elphick, the programme supports research on modelling progression risks in Barrett’s oesophagus under the supervision of Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald and Professor Nora Pashayan. Students will collaborate with internationally recognised research groups focusing on risk-based screening methodologies to develop quantitative models and a clinical decision-support prototype.
Benefits
- Full funding for 3.5 years of study, commencing in the 2027-28 academic year.
- Tuition fees covered at either the UK Home or Overseas rate.
- A maintenance stipend provided at the applicable UKRI rate.
- A research emolument.
Eligibility
The scholarship welcomes applications from both UK and international candidates who hold or expect to shortly obtain a good upper second-class honours degree or higher from a UK university, or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution in a relevant discipline.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their application for the PhD in Oncology through the University’s Applicant Portal. Key application steps include:
- Entering the exact project title and supervisor names in the designated section.
- Demonstrating how skills align with the project requirements within the statement of interest.
- Uploading a blank document in the designated research proposal section to satisfy system requirements, as a formal research proposal is not needed.
- Selecting "Yes – I wish to be considered for funding" and choosing the Richard Elphick Studentship from the funding opportunities list, alongside answering related funding questions.
- Indicating Trinity College as the first preference on the application.
Deadline
The final funding deadline for the studentship is 8 December 2026. All applications, references, and supporting documents must be fully submitted by this date.