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Tuition fees

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PhD fees vary according to where you come from, whether you study full or part time, and where you are based during your degree. 

Alumni discounts

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If you've previously completed a degree with us, you’ll automatically receive our alumni discount (£1,500 off the cost of your tuition fees).

PhD funding

The University allocates more than £8m each year in doctoral funding, including PhD studentships. A studentship is usually a package that provides full funding for tuition fees and living costs.

Studentships available for UK/EU students

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The University's Graduate School holds information about studentships and other funding available for postgraduate study. 

Available studentships include the University of Reading Regional PhD Bursary and the Wilkie Calvert Co-Supported PhD Studentship.

Studentships available for international students

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If you are applying for doctoral study from outside the UK and EU, the University offers a number of international studentship opportunities. 

We suggest that you consider studentship options in your own country as well, to increase your chances of securing funding.

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Doctoral loans

You may be eligible to apply for a government-funded doctoral loan to fund your PhD.

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Alternative funding sources

The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding is a database of less well-known sources of doctoral funding.

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Supplement your income

You might consider part-time or casual work as a way to supplement your income during your studies. There are often vacancies at the University, which you can apply for through Campus Jobs.