AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award 2027–28 at Sheffield: Fully Funded Arts PhD
The University of Sheffield AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award (DLA) 2027–28 offers four funded PhD studentships in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
- FundingFully Funded
- Duration3.5 years
- Who can applyGlobal
- Application feeFree
Overview
International applicants are eligible, although up to one of the four studentships may be allocated to an international candidate.
At a glance
About
- University
- University of Sheffield
- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Duration
- 3.5 years
- Details
- Information
- International awards
- Up to 1 of 4 studentships
- Stage
- Deadline
- PhD study application
- 14 December 2026
- Final selection
- March 2027
- Expected notification
- End of March 2027
Funding
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Stipend
- £21,805/year at the current 2026/27 UKRI rate
- Application fee
- Free
- DLA funding application
- 19 February 2027, 5 PM GMT
- Tuition fees
- Home or International fees covered
Eligibility
- Study level
- PhD
- Nationality
- Global
- Minimum degree required
- Masters and to students who are commencing their PhD in October 2027
- Age limit
- None
- Work experience
- None
Who can apply
Applicants must:
- Be applying for a PhD at the University of Sheffield.
- Propose research within the eligible Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
- Not already be enrolled on a PhD.
- Meet the academic requirements for their chosen PhD programme.
International applicants can apply, but competition for the limited international place is expected to be particularly strong.
What you get
The AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award supports postgraduate researchers in Sheffield’s Faculty of Arts and Humanities and forms part of the AHRC North/Northwest Hub.
The participating schools are:
- School of English
- School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities
- School of Languages, Arts and Societies
- School of Law
Successful scholars are also expected to participate in DLA Hub training and other cohort activities.
Each studentship provides:
- Maintenance stipend at the UKRI rate
- Full tuition fees at the applicable Home or International rate
- Funding for 3.5 years of full-time study
- Pro-rata funding for part-time study
The currently published stipend is £21,805 for the 2026/27 academic year. The rate applicable to 2027/28 may change.
How to apply
The application has two separate stages:
1. Apply for a Sheffield PhD
Submit your PhD study application through the University of Sheffield application portal.
Deadline: 14 December 2026
After submitting the application, you will receive an application number.
2. Submit the DLA Funding Application
Use your Sheffield application number to complete the separate AHRC DLA funding application.
Deadline: 19 February 2027, 5 PM GMT
You do not need to already be enrolled on a PhD to apply.
Applications are first assessed by the relevant School.
Selected candidates are then nominated to a Faculty panel, which will make the final selection in March 2027.
Sheffield aims to notify applicants of the final outcome by the end of March 2027.
Is It Fully Funded?
Yes. Sheffield states that the studentship includes both the maintenance stipend and payment of tuition fees, including International fees where applicable.
The stipend is intended to support living costs, so applicants should budget for expenses not separately covered by the award.
Minimum Degree Required
You must meet the University of Sheffield’s entry requirements for your chosen PhD programme.
The DLA page does not specify one universal degree requirement because requirements vary by research area and programme.
Application Fee and Other Costs
No separate AHRC DLA funding application fee is stated by Sheffield.
Applicants should still check the costs associated with their PhD application and any personal expenses not covered by the studentship.
Official Links
University of Sheffield – AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award:
Official Sheffield DLA page
University of Sheffield – Faculty of Arts and Humanities Funding:
Official Faculty funding page
Final Note
The AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award 2027–28 is a strong PhD funding opportunity for researchers in eligible Arts, Humanities and Law areas at the University of Sheffield. International candidates can apply, but only up to one of the four studentships may be allocated internationally.
Remember that there are two deadlines: the Sheffield PhD application closes on 14 December 2026, while the DLA funding application closes on 19 February 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Is the AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award fully funded?
Yes. It includes a UKRI-rate maintenance stipend and payment of applicable Home or International tuition fees.
Can international students apply?
Yes. However, up to one of the four annual studentships may be allocated to an international candidate.
Can current PhD students apply?
No. The scheme is not open to candidates already enrolled on a PhD.
How many studentships are available?
Four full PhD studentships are available each year.
How long is the funding?
The studentships provide 3.5 years of full-time funding, with pro-rata arrangements for part-time study.
Do I apply for the PhD and scholarship separately?
Yes. You must first submit your Sheffield PhD application and then submit the separate DLA funding application using your application number.
Is there an application fee?
No separate DLA scholarship application fee is stated by Sheffield.
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