PhDs & Postdocs
CCPT offers a vibrant and supportive environment for doctoral and postdoctoral research. The Centre’s broad-ranging and inclusive approach to the study of political theory means that we can offer supervision and mentoring in a very wide range of subject areas across ancient and modern political thought, contemporary political philosophy, and critical and continental political theory. Take a look at our staff pages for a sense of the range of topics on which we offer supervision.
Our postgraduate researchers play an active role in our research community, both organising and participating in research events and activities. Our annual PGR conference in political theory and our White Rose Political Theory network with researchers at the Universities of Sheffield and York make CCPT an ideal base for doctoral study.
We welcome PhD applications and encourage potential applicants to get in touch at any time for further information or an informal chat about the application process, potential supervisors, and funding opportunities for PhD research. You can find information about how to apply here.
The Centre actively supports applicants in securing PhD and postdoctoral funding, so please get in touch to discuss the options. Here we list some of the major funding opportunities for PhD research in political theory at the University of Leeds:
PhD Scholarship Information - Student-Led Postgraduate Research Scholarships:
- ESRC WRDTP (open to UK and International)
- AHRC WRCoAH (open to UK and International)
- POLIS Scholarships - PhD Scholarship in Politics and International Studies (UK and International)
- Faculty of Social Sciences scholarships for researchers from UK Black, Asian and other minoritised ethnic groups
- Leeds Doctoral Scholarships (UK only)
- Leeds Opportunity Research Scholarship available to prospective postgraduate researchers from Black, Asian and other minoritised ethnic groups
All of the above include full fees + maintenance
Other notable scholarships: China Scholarship Council – University of Leeds, Frank Stell scholarship (Yorkshire residents)