Research Project Grants
Funding
Up to £500,000
Deadline
Check with the funder
Location
England
Applications
Rolling applications
Overview
The Leverhulme Trust offers Research Project Grants for university researchers to carry out innovative research projects. You can get up to £500,000 over a maximum of 5 years. The grant is for researchers based at universities or higher education institutions in England. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. You can use the money for original research projects that break new ground in your field. The grant covers research costs but you must be employed by a qualifying institution to apply.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be employed by university or higher education institution
- Research must be innovative and original
Researchers based at universities or institutions of higher education can apply
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This grant is for academic researchers employed by universities or higher education institutions in England. You need to be proposing innovative, original research that advances knowledge in your field. It is not for businesses, charities, or independent researchers without institutional backing.
Sectors
Regions
No published award history for The Leverhulme Trust. Some funders do not publish their grants data.
Full details from The Leverhulme Trust
For researchers based at universities or institutions of higher education, to undertake an innovative and original research project. Up to £500,000 for up to 5 years duration.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. You need to apply through your university or higher education institution. Contact The Leverhulme Trust directly for application forms and guidance.
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