As progress on the below application form cannot be saved prior to submission, it is recommended that you complete your application in a word processing application (Microsoft Word, Google Docs), and copy and paste the relevant information into the appropriate boxes within the application form below.
Applications close at 12:00 noon (GMT) on 2nd March 2026.
Although not mandatory, we encourage all applicants to attach a CV to their application, in order to provide the selection panel with further details of any academic, professional or volunteering experience which may be of relevance to your application. Personal information (similar to the information provided in questions 1 to 9, and 18 onwards) will be removed from all CVs before they are handed to the selection panel at the shortlisting stage.
We welcome and encourage applications from all students, especially those under-represented in academia.
Please note that only the following information will be seen by those involved in the selection process:
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