Sir Frank Bowling PhD Studentship at Royal College of Art 2025

Sir Frank Bowling PhD Studentship at Royal College of Art 2025

The Sir Frank Bowling PhD Studentship offers a distinguished pathway for doctoral candidates enrolled at the Royal College of Art, specifically welcoming applicants of Black African, Mixed Black African, and Caribbean descent. This award provides comprehensive financial support, encompassing total tuition coverage and a substantial living allowance.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must be PhD applicants with Home fee classification.
• Eligible ethnic heritages comprise:
  • Black or Black British – Caribbean
  • Black or Black British – African
  • Other Black Background
  • Mixed – White and Black Caribbean
  • Mixed – White and Black African
• Applicants must secure admission to a PhD program at the Royal College of Art and explicitly mention “Sir Frank Bowling PhD Studentship” within their research proposal.

Scholarship Benefits

The award secures complete tuition fees for a three-year duration, valid for both full-time and part-time study pathways. Furthermore, it provides a stipend aligned with UK Research and Innovation standards amounting to GBP 21,237 per year.

Application Process

To submit an application, candidates are required to locate the suitable School or Centre for their research at the RCA, compile their PhD application materials, and file them via the RCA digital portal. Comprehensive guidelines and the application form are available here.

Application Deadline

The final date for application submission is February 28, 2026. Students are encouraged to begin preparations early to verify that all requirements are satisfied.