Jul 20, 2025, 09:02

Black Leaders in Cancer PhD Scholarship Programme

Black Leaders in Cancer PhD Scholarship Programme is a four-year fully funded PhD studentships supporting Black heritage students to pursue non-clinical cancer research at a CRUK Centre, with enhanced mentoring, leadership training, and career development.

Eligibility Criteria:

Heritage: Self-identify as Black heritage (e.g., Black African, Black Caribbean, Black Other, or mixed backgrounds including Black heritage).
Academic: Hold or expect to graduate with a First or Upper-Second Class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject.
Research Experience: Demonstrable research experience through undergraduate or master’s projects in a related field.
Language: Meet host institution’s English language requirements.
Centre Entry: Satisfy general PhD admission requirements at the chosen CRUK Centre.

Funding Details:

Duration: 4 years (starting September 2025).
Quantum: Standard CRUK PhD stipend, UK home tuition fees, and consumables.
Extras:
- Place on the host Centre’s doctoral training programme.
- Structured mentoring and leadership workshops delivered by Windsor Fellowship & Black in Cancer.
- Networking events and career support tailored to Black early-career researchers.

Key Dates & Timeline:

Insight Sessions: Recordings available online (2024).
Applications Open: September 2025 via Windsor Fellowship portal.
Studentship Start: October/November 2025 (academic term).

How to Apply & Further Information:

Read: Eligibility criteria and FAQ on the CRUK website.
Attend (optional): Insight session recordings to learn about application tips.
Apply: Submit via the Windsor Fellowship application portal when live in September 2025.
Host Centres: Choose from Cambridge, City of London, Convergence Science, Manchester, Newcastle, Oxford, or Scotland Institute.
Contact: Alison Walters — [email protected]