Doctoral focal awards in data-intensive sciences
Funding
Up to £10,500,000
Location
England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
This grant funds doctoral training in data-intensive sciences. It is run by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). You can apply for up to £10,500,000 to deliver training programmes for PhD students. The funding helps students build skills for careers in academia or industry. You must be based at a UK research organisation that is eligible for STFC funding.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for STFC funding
This grant is for UK research organisations eligible for STFC funding, such as universities and research institutes in England. It is for organisations that want to deliver doctoral training programmes in data-intensive sciences. It is not for individual students, businesses, or charities.
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Apply for funding to deliver STFC’s doctoral focal awards in the field of data-intensive sciences.This funding opportunity builds on our previous investment, providing students with skills and training to enable careers in academia or industry.You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for STFC funding.
Apply directly through STFC. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for STFC funding. Check the STFC website for application details and any portal requirements.
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