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Sector transition: UKRI policy fellowships 2026 (Fellowship)
Funding
£180,000 – £280,000
Deadline
10 September 2026
Location
England
Applications
Applications closed
Overview
This fellowship is for researchers who want to move between academic and government policy roles. It aims to build stronger links between research and policy work. Funding ranges from £180,000 to £280,000 per fellowship. The deadline to apply is 10 September 2026.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be transferring knowledge and skills between academic and policy sectors
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This fellowship is for researchers based in England who want to transfer their skills between academic research and government policy. It suits people looking to spend time working in or with policy organisations. It is not aimed at businesses, charities, or tradespeople.
Regions
No published award history for UK Research and Innovation, BBSRC, AHRC, EPSRC, ESRC, MRC, NERC, STFC. Some funders do not publish their grants data.
Full details from UK Research and Innovation, BBSRC, AHRC, EPSRC, ESRC, MRC, NERC, STFC
Apply for this sector transition fellowship to transfer knowledge and skills across academic and policy sectors and increase sector porosity. There is no limit on the value of the grant, the value specified within the summary page is an example.
Apply through UKRI's funding portal before 10 September 2026. Check the relevant research council pages, as this fellowship is offered across BBSRC, AHRC, EPSRC, ESRC, MRC, NERC, and STFC.
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