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Doctoral Training and Development Support Fund
The Doctoral Training and Development Support Fund is available to postgraduate researchers in the Faculty of Science and Engineering to facilitate conference attendance or support further training and development.
This competitive fund is open for applications to support:
- Cross-sector collaboration and engagement.
- Facilitate meaningful connections that contribute to future collaborations and research partnerships.
- Equip PGRs with valuable skills and knowledge to excel in their research and future careers.
- Enhance research capabilities and knowledge transfer. Facilitate a culture of continuous learning and development.
Awards
Decisions will be based on eligibility and justification provided in the application form via the link in the accordion section below. Applications will be considered by a panel, and the outcome will be communicated by the Doctoral Academy following the application deadline.
Awards will be made up to a maximum of £500 and can therefore contribute to overall costs of a conference or training that may cost more in total than £500.
How to apply
Carefully review the eligibility criteria within the guidelines.
Submit the Doctoral Training and Development Support Fund Application Form.
There will be three separate calls:
- Round 1: Thursday 1 October – Friday 30 October 2026
- Round 2: Monday 1 February – Friday 26 February 2027
- Round 3: Monday 3 May – Monday 31 May 2027
Please contact fse.doctoralacademy@manchester.ac.uk if you have any queries about this fund.