The CAMHRA Doctoral Scholarships 2026 support exceptional PhD researchers who want to pursue fully funded doctoral study in the anthropology of mental health at SOAS University of London. These scholarships cover full tuition and provide a maintenance stipend for living costs over three years, allowing students to dedicate themselves to transformative research that bridges anthropology and global mental health.
About the CAMHRA Doctoral Scholarships 2026
The Centre for Anthropology and Mental Health Research in Action (CAMHRA) at SOAS awards a limited number of fully funded doctoral scholarships for research that applies anthropological insights to mental health challenges. These scholarships integrate students into a vibrant research community, offer specialist training and support, and connect students with academic and external partners in anthropology and health.
Why Choose The CAMHRA Doctoral Scholarships 2026?
This award enables you to pursue a fully funded PhD without financial concerns, giving you the freedom to focus on high‑impact research. It links you with leading researchers and specialist training opportunities, and it positions you to contribute meaningfully to global understandings of mental health, policy, and care from anthropological perspectives.
CAMHRA Doctoral Scholarships 2026 Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Institution: SOAS University of London
- Scholarship Name: CAMHRA Doctoral Scholarships
- Study Level: Doctoral (PhD)
- Coverage: Full tuition fee waiver; annual maintenance stipend at UKRI rate (approx. £22,780 inclusive of London weighting)
- Application Deadline: April 30, 2026 (12:00 pm UK time)
- Programme Start: September 2026 (typical)
- Eligible Applicants: UK and international students admitted to the MPhil/PhD programme in Anthropology and Sociology at SOAS
- Number of Awards: Five fully funded positions available
Scholarship Benefits
- Cover 100 % of tuition fees for the three‑year doctoral programme.
- Provide an annual maintenance stipend based on UKRI rates to support living costs.
- Offer specialist researcher training through CAMHRA and collaborations with partners such as the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust.
- Integrate scholars into a dynamic research environment focused on mental health anthropology.
- Build networks and professional skills for academic and applied careers.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Apply for and secure admission to the MPhil/PhD in Anthropology and Sociology at SOAS.
- Hold a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in anthropology or a closely related field, with a strong academic record.
- Present a research proposal that deploys anthropological theory and ethnographic methods to study mental health.
- Enrol full‑time and remain active in their doctoral research throughout the scholarship period.
- Meet any required English language proficiency criteria if relevant.
Required Documents
Prepare and submit:
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates from prior study.
- A research proposal focused on anthropology and mental health.
- A detailed CV/resume.
- Academic reference letters (usually from two referees).
- Evidence of English language proficiency (if required).
- Supporting documents specific to the SOAS PhD application.
Application Process & Timeline
- Choose the PhD programme in Anthropology and Sociology at SOAS.
- Prepare and submit your online PhD application with all required supporting documents before 5 January 2026.
- Indicate your interest in the CAMHRA Doctoral Scholarships in your application materials.
- SOAS will review PhD applications and notify successful admissions candidates by mid‑February 2026.
- Applicants accepted into the programme will be shortlisted for the scholarship and may be invited for an interview in early March 2026.
- Successful candidates will receive scholarship offers and can begin preparations for study in London (visa, housing, etc.).
