Gates Cambridge PhD Scholarship

Gates Cambridge PhD Scholarship 2027–2028

The Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced scholarship opportunities offered by the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom for PhD studies during the 2027–2028 academic year.

The scholarships are available for non-government employees. According to the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations, a total of 80 scholarships are available across several countries, including Iraq. The scholarships cover a wide range of academic fields, with the exception of language-related fields other than English.

Scholarship Details

  • University: University of Cambridge – United Kingdom
  • Degree: PhD
  • Academic Year: 2027–2028
  • Eligibility Category: Non-government employees
  • Number of Scholarships: 80
  • Eligible Countries: Several countries, including Iraq
  • Fields of Study: All fields except languages, with English being an exception

About the Gates Cambridge Scholarship

The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is a postgraduate scholarship programme associated with the University of Cambridge, providing international students with an opportunity to pursue postgraduate study at the university, subject to the programme's eligibility and admission requirements.

Applicants should carefully review the academic, eligibility and application requirements before submitting their applications.

Eligibility and Requirements

Applicants must meet the relevant requirements for both the scholarship and their selected academic programme at Cambridge.

The specific requirements and application procedures for Iraqi applicants are provided by the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Official Requirements

 Download the Official Application Requirements PDF 

Official Scholarship Website

For information about the Gates Cambridge Scholarship and the scholarship application process:

Gates Cambridge – The Scholarship

Iraqi Scholarship Portal

Iraqi applicants can also access the Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations portal for the relevant application procedures:

Department of Scholarships and Cultural Relations Portal

Note: Applicants should rely on the official sources above for the latest eligibility criteria, required documents and application procedures, as requirements may vary depending on the academic programme and field of study.