CDT funding

Information about stipend, RTSG budget and other allowances provided by the CDT.

Sections linked below provide information on what IS covered by your CDT funding. Please note that the following are NOT covered due to restrictions set forth by UKRI:

  • Stipend, fees, travel or any other programme-related expenses beyond the 4 years of your study programme (adjusted for any interruptions).
  • Matriculation fee payable if you continue on the programme into the writing-up period of your PhD (£190 in 2023/24)
  • Continuation fee payable if you exceed your maximum PhD duration and obtain an extension on your study period

Please bear these restrictions in mind and plan your personal budgets accordingly.

Student Budgets

This section provides an overview of your individual budget, including important restrictions on its use.

CDT Research Fund

Budget for wet-lab research that adds value to your PhD project.

CDT Outreach Fund

Budget to support student-led outreach and science activities.

CDT Collaboration Fund

Budget to support national or international collaborations that enrich your PhD project.

Stipends and other Allowances

Information about your stipend payments, sick leave pay, disabled students allowance and other financial matters.