UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced an 8% increase in PhD student stipends starting from October 2025, raising the minimum stipend from £19,237 to £20,780. This is the largest increase in real terms since 2003 and will benefit around 24,000 students. Other supportive measures include extended medical leave and more opportunities for studentships. Despite mixed reactions, UKRI aims to enhance postgraduate training to meet the needs of an innovation-driven economy and address financial challenges in doctoral research.
"Postgraduate training is critical to building the workforce needed for an innovation-led economy and public sector, and to delivering outstanding research and innovation outcomes."
"The increase in the postgraduate stipend and changes in terms and conditions we are announcing today are part of our ongoing work to forge a new deal for postgraduates, widening access to the diverse and fulfilling careers that research and innovation has to offer."
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