Crick PhD student recruitment, 2027 PhD programme
The Francis Crick Institute
Who can apply: Candidates of all nationalities. A first or upper second-class honours degree (or the equivalent from a non-UK university) in a relevant subject, plus appropriate research experience gained inside or outside a university degree course, or a master’s degree in a relevant subject. A small number of positions carry… What is funded: A place on the four-year Crick PhD programme with a studentship covering a GBP 27,715 tax-free stipend per year for four years, tuition fees, and, where applicable, reimbursement of the student visa application fee and the immigration health surcharge. The Crick also covers the cost of a visitor visa for candidates… Deadline: 3 November 2026 midday. Round: 2027 PhD student recruitment.
Read the full call and apply on the official page: The Francis Crick Institute, official page.
Who can apply
- Candidates of all nationalities. A first or upper second-class honours degree (or the equivalent from a non-UK university) in a relevant subject, plus appropriate research experience gained inside or outside a university degree course, or a master's degree in a relevant subject. A small number of positions carry additional eligibility criteria set by the funder supporting that position, stated at the top of the individual position page. Applicants do not submit English language evidence during the application; requirements are shared only with those offered a studentship.
Stage dates
Applications openSee the official page
Application deadlineSee the official page
Reference deadlineSee the official page
Applicants informed of outcomeSee the official page
Panel interviews, by ZoomSee the official page
Open afternoon and lab visits, in person at the CrickSee the official page
Final outcome communicatedSee the official page
Dates come from the funder's page for this round. When a round closes, the next round's dates replace these once the funder publishes them.
