Fully Funded PhD in International Development History (2026) – King’s College London
King’s College London is offering fully funded PhD studentships in the History of International Development in the Global South for the 2026 academic year. This prestigious opportunity is part of a major research initiative examining how development projects were experienced, contested, and reshaped across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
The PhD studentships are embedded within the research project 'Actually Existing Development: Twentieth Century International Development and the Global South (DEVHIST)', funded by the European Research Council. This project explores real-world interactions between local communities, aid workers, governments, and international organizations, aiming to rethink global development history and highlight the agency of Global South actors.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a Master’s degree in history, development studies, or a related field (completed by September 2026). They should have experience in archival research, strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, and proficiency in relevant research languages. A high level of English language proficiency is required, and experience with oral history methods or region-specific archives is considered an advantage.
Benefits
The studentship offers full tuition fees (Home, EU, or Overseas rates) and an annual stipend of £23,805 for 3 years (full-time). Additional funding is available for fieldwork, conferences, and research activities.
