King's College London Offers 4 Fully Funded PhD Scholarships in African Creativity

King's College London's African Creativity Beyond Borders Prize Programme has announced four fully funded PhD scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. The scholarships are designed to support research at the intersection of African creative arts, humanities, and social transformation.

The programme seeks candidates whose research engages with African creative practices—including literature, visual arts, music, performance, and digital media—and their role in addressing social, political, and economic challenges across the continent and its diaspora.

Each scholarship covers full tuition fees, a generous living stipend, and research expenses for up to four years. Two of the four funded positions are specifically reserved for candidates based at African institutions, reflecting the programme's commitment to equitable global partnerships.

The initiative responds to growing recognition that creative and humanistic research from Africa offers vital perspectives on global challenges including climate adaptation, post-conflict reconciliation, and digital governance. Previous scholars in the programme have gone on to secure academic positions at leading universities and contributed to major policy frameworks.

Applications opened in June 2026, with a deadline in September. Prospective applicants are advised to contact potential supervisors at King's College London early to discuss research alignment.