Francis Crick Institute PhD Programme 2027 — London (all nationalities)

Destination

United Kingdom · London

Study level PhD

Funding Fully funded, Stipend, Tuition waiver

Duration 4 years

Field of study AI & Data Science, Biology & Life Sciences, Chemistry, Medicine & Health

Work mode On-site

Language English

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About this opportunity

The Crick recruits one cohort a year across biomedical research — stem cells, cancer, immunology, neuroscience, infection, structural and computational biology. You choose projects from the list of participating labs.

References are due by 6 November 2026 and final outcomes are expected by 8 February 2027. Announced on LinkedIn by Dr Silvia Santos (Senior Group Leader, Francis Crick Institute), whose lab has two places this year, who is recruiting for this position.

Who can apply

Candidates of all nationalities with (or completing) a relevant degree.

Eligible nationalities: All nationalities
Study level: PhD

What the funding covers

£27,715 per year

£27,715 tax-free stipend per year for four years; tuition fees covered; student visa fee and immigration health surcharge reimbursed.

Tuition Covered
Stipend or salary Covered
Travel Partly covered / varies
Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
Health insurance Not stated — check the official page

"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.

Documents & tests

The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.

CV (with any publications, projects or theses)
Motivation letter written for this specific project
Undergraduate and master's transcripts and degree certificates
Two or three referees or recommendation letters
Research statement or proposal, if requested
English test score or proof of English-medium study

Tests: Not stated — check the official page
Application fee: Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee

How to apply

General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.

Read the full eligibility rules on www.crick.ac.uk and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.

Before you apply

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Nationality Open to all nationalities
Academic level & grades PhD
Language / tests Not stated — check the official page
I know what I must pay myself Not covered, partly covered or not stated: Travel, Accommodation, Health insurance
Deadline & time zone confirmed on the official page 30 Oct 2026 · 12:00 GMT
All documents ready 6 typical documents
Applying on the official website only — never through a paid agent www.crick.ac.uk

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Program dates

Duration: 4 years

Quick answers

Who can apply for Francis Crick Institute PhD Programme 2027?

Open to all nationalities. Level: PhD. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.

Is Francis Crick Institute PhD Programme 2027 fully funded?

Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend, Tuition waiver. Amount: £27,715 per year. Covers: tuition, stipend or salary. Not separately covered: travel (partly).

What is the deadline for Francis Crick Institute PhD Programme 2027?

The deadline is 30 Oct 2026 (12:00 GMT). Status: Closes in 10 days. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.

Does Francis Crick Institute PhD Programme 2027 require IELTS or another test?

Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.

How do I apply for Francis Crick Institute PhD Programme 2027?

Apply only on the official website (www.crick.ac.uk). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".

Is there an application fee?

No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.

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Official source: www.crick.ac.uk
Last checked: 19 Oct 2026
Listing updated: 19 Oct 2026

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