Doctoral focal award: UKRI venture doctorates: outline stage
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research CouncilUK-wideVaries
Who can apply
Applications may be led by standard UKRI-eligible organisations or, subject to non-standard eligibility approval, organisations such as businesses or social enterprises.
What it funds
Funding to deliver entrepreneurship-focused doctoral training through UKRI venture doctoral focal awards.
Last checked against the official source: 24 Aug 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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