Pay increase for UKRI-funded PhD students is biggest since 2003

Doctoral students funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) will see their annual stipend increase by 8% from October. UKRI says it’s the largest real terms uplift since 2003 and comes alongside changes to widen access and provide better support to students, including those who are disabled. Students will be able to take up to 28 weeks medical leave and it will be easier for those who do to get an extension to their studentship.