CRUK SI-UoG-Indonesia PhD Programme
We are delighted to collaborate with the Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP) and the University of Glasgow to host and support high-calibre Indonesian scholars undertaking doctoral research in cancer research through co-funded PhD opportunities.
From October 2026, the CRUK Scotland Institute will host up to 5 students per year in its laboratories between 2026-2031, jointly funded by CRUK SI, LPDP and the University of Glasgow. These students will be registered for a 4‐year PhD with the University of Glasgow.
From October 2026, the CRUK Scotland Institute will host up to 5 students per year in its laboratories between 2026-2031, jointly funded by CRUK SI, LPDP and the University of Glasgow. These students will be registered for a 4‐year PhD with the University of Glasgow.
What is funded?
This programme fully funds a four-year PhD studentship, including:
Stipend
Tuition fees at international rate
Consumables funding
Cost of travel to and from Indonesia
Eligibility
To be eligible for these studentships at CRUK SI, applicants must:
Be an Indonesian National
Meet the requirements of LPDP
Hold or expect to graduate with a first or upper-second class undergraduate honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (or equivalent from a non-UK university)
Meet the entry requirements for the PhD programme at the University of Glasgow
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity candidates must submit an LPDP scholarship application in addition to an application for CRUK SI (further details below). Please follow application instructions for both organisations carefully to ensure your application is completed fully.
Please indicate on your CRUK SI application your preferred project(s) (full list of available projects below).
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact phdstudentships@crukscotlandinstitute.ac.uk.
Applicants must apply to both
organisations to be considered:
Apply to LPDP
Submit a formal application to LPDP, who will assess your application and suitability for the LPDP Scholarship. Please note, your application will not be considered unless this stage is passed successfully.
Apply for your studentship position at the CRUK Scotland Institute
To apply for this programme at the CRUK Scotland Institute, please complete an online application form and indicate which project(s) you are interested in from the list below.
For your application to be considered, you must upload your CV and a completed CRUK-LPDP Recruitment Form(108 KB)
Closing date: Monday 18 May 2026
CRUK Recruitment Form Instructions
We ask that you do not add your name or any Institution details to the CRUK-LPDP Recruitment Form(108 KB).
Applications will be shortlisted by CRUK SI initially based on the CRUK-LPDP Recruitment Form(108 KB) only.
CVs will be used in further rounds of shortlisting to invite candidates to interview.
CRUK SI interviews will take place in July 2026. Candidates invited for interview will be asked to prepare a presentation on their previous research experience for a panel interview.