International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) PhD Scholarships

The International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) is now offering PhD Scholarships to aspiring individuals from developing nations who are eager to advance their financial careers. This incredible opportunity provides full scholarship benefits and the chance to become part of the ICTD team and expand your networks. If you’re looking to make a difference in your career and would like to be considered for this scholarship, act fast and submit your application before the deadline

About the PhD Scholarships

The International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) is a research organization focused on enhancing tax policy and administration in lower-income nations. ICTD operates out of the Institute of Development Studies at the University of Sussex in Brighton, England and is backed by the British and Norwegian governments, as well as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

As a part of the ICTD team, successful scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to be fully involved in the organization’s activities and networks.

This includes participating in team and research meetings, contributing to ICTD publications, and representing the Centre at external events

ICTD PhD Scholarship Benefits

If you are selected as a scholarship recipient, you will be awarded a comprehensive financial package that covers your university fees, as well as a generous stipend equal to the current UK research council funding level of 17,668 GBP per year.

Additionally, you will receive additional funds to attend conferences, cover visa costs, and offset relocation expenses.

Programme of Study

The Scholarships are for PhD students in the areas of Taxation and related Financial developments, which is to take place at the United Kingdom, University of Sussex in Brighton.

Requirements for Qualification

To be eligible for International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) PhD Scholarships for Developing Countries, the following are required:

• The International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) is offering PhD scholarships to talented students who are passionate about researching tax policies and administration in African and/or South Asian countries.
• Applicants are welcome to bring their own unique perspectives and interests to the table, with proposals spanning a variety of disciplines including economics, political science, and anthropology.
• The competition for these scholarships is expected to be intense, with evaluations considering the quality of the research proposal, the candidate’s profile and skills, and the fit with ICTD’s research interests.

The successful scholarship recipients will receive comprehensive financial support, including university fees, a stipend in line with UK research council funding, and funds for attending conferences, visas, and relocation expenses. Additionally, they will be fully integrated into the ICTD team, expected to participate in team and research meetings and contribute to ICTD’s publication series.

How to Apply

Applications for the International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) PhD scholarships should be submitted using this official form by 15 March 2023, which is the deadline for the application.