A new round of scholarships worth up to £1.5million has been launched by Aberdeen University.
The 2016-17 Elphinstone Scholarships will meet the tuition costs of the highest achieving PhD applicants from the UK and around the world.
Named in honour of the university’s founder, Bishop William Elphinstone, the awards are open to students of all nationalities and will fund up to 100 places.
The scholarship scheme began two years ago, in recognition of the 500th anniversary of the death of Bishop Elphinstone, and since then it has supported 139 students from across the world.
As well as the Elphinstone awards, 25 Partnership Scholarships will also be created supported jointly by the university and industry partners.
Professor Bryan MacGregor, vice-principal for research, said: “The university has an outstanding history of pioneering discoveries which have changed thinking and practice in medicine, science, arts and humanities over five centuries.
“Aberdeen offers a unique and inspiring environment for postgraduate students seeking a career in research.
“We are delighted to be able to support gifted postgraduate students through the Elphinstone Scholarships and Partnership Scholarships.”