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BHF Clinical Research Training Fellowships

BHF Clinical Research Training Fellowship

Funds training of clinical researchers in acute care science to strengthen real-world implementation.

Between cyclesBritish Heart FoundationUnited Kingdom

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Training Fellowship funds qualified clinicians at UK institutions to pursue a dedicated period of cardiovascular research training leading to a PhD (three years) or an MD or equivalent research degree (two years). The July 2026 round closes on 1 July 2026 at 17:00; the following round closes 13 January 2027. Late submissions are automatically rejected…

Cardiovascular clinical research training, supporting clinicians pursuing a PhD or MD research degree in heart and circulatory science.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.13 Jan 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.24–36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.bhf.org.uk