The SOAS University of London is now accepting applications for the 2026 CAMHRA Scholarship, open to both UK and international students.
This prestigious scholarship provides a full tuition fee award for outstanding candidates seeking to pursue postgraduate study and research in the anthropology of mental health.
📌 Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be UK or international (overseas) applicants
- Hold a minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree in:
- Social Sciences or Humanities
- OR Health-related fields such as Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, or Social Work (for MA Medical Anthropology and Mental Health)
- For MRes Social Anthropology:
- Possess at least a 2:1 Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree
- Applicants without an anthropology background must already hold a Master’s in another field
- Demonstrate a strong research proposal using ethnographic methods focused on mental health
- Have submitted an application to either the MA or MRes programme at SOAS
(Note: An admission offer is not required before the scholarship deadline)
💰 Scholarship Value
- Covers full tuition fees
- Available annually until the 2028/2029 academic session
- Includes:
- 3 slots for international (overseas) students
- 4 slots for UK (home) students
📅 Key Details
- Deadline: April 30, 2026
- Study Level: Postgraduate (Master’s / Research)
- Host Country: United Kingdom
🔗 Application Link
Apply here: https://www.soas.ac.uk/study/student-life/finance/scholarships/camhra-masters-scholarships
💡 If you’re passionate about mental health research and want to study in the UK on a fully funded scholarship, this is a solid opportunity to explore.