School of History, Classics & Archaeology

International students can compete for a variety of funding schemes.

Edinburgh Doctoral College Scholarships

The University will offer PhD scholarships for students starting their PhD research at the University in the 2026-2027 academic session.

Justin Arbuthnott PhD Scholarship in Modern Irish History

The School of History, Classics and Archaeology invites applications from outstanding candidates for the Justin Arbuthnott PhD Scholarship for 2026/2027 entry.

School of History, Classics and Archaeology Masters Scholarships

The School is pleased to invite applications from outstanding candidates for the School Masters scholarship designed to attract the best and brightest candidates to study in Edinburgh.

The William R McFarlane Scholarship

The Edinburgh Centre for Global History (ECGH) invites applications from outstanding candidates for the William R. McFarlane Scholarship for 2026/2027 entry.

College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Awards

The College Research Student Awards scheme is designed to attract high quality students applying for PhD research.

Royal Historical Society

The Society offers a number of research grants for postgraduate research.