CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership PhD studentships

The CAM Doctoral Training Partnership [DTP] is a consortium between Anglia Ruskin University, the University of Bedfordshire, and the University of Cambridge, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).

Our collective environment of excellent research and impact is an ideal complement for the interdisciplinary training of diverse social scientists. CAM-DTP PhD students will join a hub for regional change addressing key societal challenges and we are keen to attract talented doctoral researchers from a wide range of backgrounds.

CAM-DTP applications for 2026 entry are now closed. We expect to open the next round of applications in Autumn 2026. This will be for an October 2027 start.

CAM-DTP studentships provide a fee waiver, an annual stipend, and additional benefits. The length of funding will depend on individual candidates, and will range from 3.5-4.5 years full-time. Part-time study is also available. For full details of what the studentship provides, visit the CAM-DTP website.

If you are interested in applying for October 2027 entry through Departmental Nomination (“Student-led” Route 1), then you can begin discussing this with your intended supervisor now. Please ensure that your supervisor is aware that they need to inform the Scholarships team ([email protected]) in the Doctoral School of any Route 1 nominations.

Routes to funding

CAM-DTP offers two routes to the studentships: departmental nomination ('student-led'), and topic supervisor nomination ('supervisor-led').

Departmental nomination – Student-led (Route 1)

For this route, applicants must apply to ARU directly and indicate on the application form that they wish to be considered for ESRC/CAM-DTP funding. You must discuss your application with a supervisor prior to applying, who will then inform the Doctoral School.

Topic Supervisor Nomination – Supervisor-led (Route 2)

This route is through specific projects, chosen by the CAM-DTP. When open, projects and application requirements will be listed on this page.

For both routes, candidates will be required to attend an interview. The candidates successful at interview will then be required to complete some additional paperwork, prior to nomination for the funding. Being nominated by ARU does not guarantee funding.