The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funds research and training in social and economic issues. They are an independent organisation, established by Royal Charter, but receive most of their funding through the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.
If you would like to be considered for an ESRC award, please contact your supervisor or School postgraduate admin contact to notify them of your interest. In order to be considered for an ESRC Studentship, you must have applied for a place to study at the University of Birmingham.
Types of Awards
• PhD (+3)
• Masters + PhD (1+3)
• Integrated PhD (4)
We are offering awards in the following areas:
Type of competition
The ESRC Competition is run by nomination by School. Candidates interested in being considered for an ESRC award should contact the relevant School for the Pathway they are interested in studying.
For further information about academic or residential eligibility for an ESRC award please refer to the ESRC guide.
Nomination form for ESRC funding (for school use only)
Guidelines for ESRC nominations
If you have further questions after reading the ESRC guide, please contact researchcouncilfunding@contacts.bham.ac.uk .
Further information
