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ERC Synergy Nilomorph PhD Scholarship: Describing West Nilotic Languages

ERC Synergy Nilomorph PhD Scholarship: Describing West Nilotic Languages

University of Edinburgh · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

ERC Synergy Nilomorph PhD Scholarship: Describing West Nilotic Languages

University of Edinburgh · United Kingdom

Who it is for

  • Three studentships open to UK and overseas students with a UK 2:1 Honours equivalent in Linguistics, covering fees and a UKRI-rate stipend for up to four years to describe West Nilotic languages. Fieldwork expertise and knowledge of tone valued.

Key facts

Award value
Tuition + living
Covers
Tuition, Living costs
Funding type
Fully funded
Deadline
Closed for September 2026 entry; check official website for future rounds
Level
Doctoral
Fields
Arts
Number of awards
3
Renewable
Yes
Provider
University of Edinburgh (ERC Synergy grant)

Figures as stated by the provider. Confirm the current round on the official page before applying.

Good to know

Research on West Nilotic languages of East Africa; strong fit for African linguists.

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 18 July 2026.