Palestine-Oxford Scholarship in Geography and the Environment 2027: Call for Applications
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a Palestinian scholar to pursue a DPhil (PhD) starting in October 2027. The scholarship is designed to enhance the resilience and sustainability of Palestinian universities by providing exceptional research training in geography and the environment, thereby preparing a future academic leader in these fields.
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Application
Deadline
26 January 2027 at 12:00 midday (UK time) Tell Me
About the Program
The Palestine-Oxford Scholarship in Geography and the Environment (2027) , hosted by the School of Geography and the Environment (SoGE) at the University of Oxford, is a fully funded doctoral scholarship designed to contribute to the resilience, continuation, and academic leadership of Palestinian universities. The programme equips a future academic leader with world-class research training through a 3-year Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) degree starting in October 2027.
Which Fields are Eligible: Doctoral research fields within Geography and the Environment supported by the School of Geography and the Environment (SoGE) at the University of Oxford. Type: Fully Funded DPhil (PhD) Postgraduate Scholarship
Who Can Apply
Residency & Background: Must be residents of the Palestinian Territories (East Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank) or Palestinian refugees registered in Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan. Applicants must normally have been resident in or received at least 5 years of education in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, the West Bank, Gaza, or East Jerusalem (exceptions considered for conflict/displacement cases) . (Note: Priority may be given to suitably qualified candidates from Gaza).
Academic Qualifications: Must have completed (or be expected to complete) a recognized Master's-level qualification with suitable research training. Admissions Criteria: Must meet regular University of Oxford graduate admissions requirements, including academic proficiency in English.
How are Applicants Selected: Applications are evaluated by a panel of academics at SoGE based on assessed academic merit, postgraduate research potential, commitment to the fields of study, and dedication to contributing to the future of Palestinian higher education. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an online interview.
Which Countries Are Eligible: Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan (specifically targeting Palestinian residents and registered refugees). Where will the Program be Taken: School of Geography and the Environment (SoGE), University of Oxford, UK.
How Many Fellows: One fully funded scholar per intake cycle. What is the Benefit of the Program: Full Course Fees: Covered for 3 years of the DPhil programme.
Living Stipend: Provided at the standard University of Oxford graduate rate. Research Expenses: Comparable to United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) rates.
Travel Support: Airfare to and from the UK (taking up the scholarship, maximum of 2 trips across the scholarship duration, and return upon completion). Visa & Health Insurance: Full coverage of visa costs and NHS health surcharge. (Note: Does not cover family/spousal travel or maintenance).
How Long Will it Last: 3 years of full-time…
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