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The University of Oxford is inviting applications for the Palestine-Oxford Scholarship in Geography and the Environment 2027. Offered by Oxford’s School of Geography and the Environment (SoGE), the scholarship will support one Palestinian scholar pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil), equivalent to a PhD, beginning in October 2027.
The scholarship aims to support the future of Palestinian higher education by preparing an emerging academic leader through advanced research training in geography, environmental studies, and related fields. It provides funding for three years of full-time doctoral study, including course fees, a living stipend, research expenses, eligible travel costs, and visa-related expenses.
Eligible applicants must be residents of the Palestinian Territories or Palestinian refugees registered in Syria, Lebanon, or Jordan. Candidates must also have a recognised master’s degree with appropriate research training and meet Oxford University’s standard doctoral admission requirements.
The deadline to apply is 26 January 2027 at 12:00 noon UK time. Applicants should develop a research proposal, identify a potential supervisor, and complete Oxford’s standard DPhil application process. They must also submit separate scholarship eligibility and commitment statements.
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- Scholarship Name: Palestine-Oxford Scholarship in Geography and the Environment
- Host University: University of Oxford
- Department: School of Geography and the Environment
- Study Level: DPhil/PhD
- Study Destination: United Kingdom
- Scholarship Duration: Three years
- Programme Start Date: October 2027
- Funding Type: Fully funded
- Eligible Applicants: Palestinians meeting the scholarship’s residency and eligibility criteria
- Application Deadline: 26 January 2027, 12:00 noon UK time
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Scholarship Benefits
The Palestine-Oxford Scholarship provides financial support for three years of full-time doctoral study at the University of Oxford.
The funding covers:
- Full tuition fees: Coverage of course fees for the three-year DPhil programme.
- Living stipend: Financial support at the standard University of Oxford graduate rate.
- Research expenses: Funding comparable to United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) rates.
- Travel expenses: Support for travel to and from the UK, including travel to take up the scholarship and return travel after completion, with a maximum of two additional trips during the scholarship.
- Visa costs: Financial support for eligible visa expenses.
- NHS surcharge: Coverage of the applicable UK National Health Service surcharge.
The scholarship does not cover spousal or family travel, maintenance, or visa expenses.
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Available Research Areas
The scholarship supports doctoral research in geography, environmental studies, and related fields where the School of Geography and the Environment can provide appropriate academic supervision.
Applicants should identify a research topic aligned with the school’s expertise and develop an initial outline of their proposed DPhil project before applying.
Candidates can review potential supervisors and their research interests on the official SoGE research topics and supervisors page.
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Eligibility Criteria for the Palestine-Oxford Scholarship 2027
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality and Residency: Open to residents of the Palestinian Territories, including East Jerusalem, Gaza, and the West Bank, and Palestinian refugees registered in Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan.
- Residency or Education Requirement: Applicants will normally have lived in or received at least five years of education in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, the West Bank, Gaza, or East Jerusalem.
- Academic Qualification: Must hold a recognised master’s degree with appropriate research training before starting the DPhil programme.
- English Language Proficiency: Must meet the University of Oxford’s standard English language requirements for graduate admission.
- Research Proposal: Must propose a suitable doctoral research project in geography, environmental studies, or a related field supported by the School of Geography and the Environment.
- Academic Merit: Must demonstrate strong academic potential and the ability to undertake postgraduate research.
- Commitment to Palestinian Higher Education: Must demonstrate a commitment to contributing to the future of Palestinian universities and higher education.
Additional consideration: Priority may be given to suitably qualified candidates from Gaza. Exceptions to the residency requirement may be considered for applicants affected by conflict and displacement. Applicants should explain their circumstances in their scholarship statement.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following materials for the scholarship and doctoral admission process:
- A research proposal outlining the intended DPhil research area.
- Academic documents demonstrating the required master’s-level qualification and research training.
- Evidence of residency or eligibility under the scholarship’s Palestinian residency and refugee criteria.
- A scholarship statement explaining the applicant’s interest in the award and eligibility.
- A statement describing their commitment to contributing to the future of Palestinian higher education.
- Any supporting documents required by Oxford’s standard graduate application process.
Evidence of residence may include high school certificates, undergraduate degree certificates, UN refugee registration cards, or airport logbooks, where applicable.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of academics at the School of Geography and the Environment. Some candidates may be invited to an online interview.
The selection process considers academic merit, research potential, suitability for the DPhil programme, and commitment to Palestinian higher education.
The successful candidate will receive the scholarship and further support from the programme. Where appropriate, the scholar may also be encouraged to organise collaborative academic events between Palestinian higher education institutions and Oxford researchers.
How to Apply for the Palestine-Oxford Scholarship 2027
- Prepare a research proposal: Outline your intended DPhil research project in geography, environmental studies, or a related field.
- Find a supervisor: Review the Oxford research topics and supervisors and contact a suitable academic.
- Apply for the DPhil programme: Complete the online application through the official Oxford DPhil admissions page. Indicate that you wish to be considered for the Palestine-Oxford Scholarship and include your research proposal.
- Submit the required scholarship statements: Email research-degrees-coordinator@ouce.ox.ac.uk with:
- A statement explaining your interest in and eligibility for the scholarship, including proof of residence or qualifying status.
- A statement outlining your commitment to contributing to the future of Palestinian higher education.
- Submit before the deadline: Complete the application process by 26 January 2027, at 12:00 noon UK time. Eligible refugees and displaced applicants may qualify for an application fee waiver.
