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Creative Industries Clusters Programme

Runs Creative Industries Clusters Programme, aHRC's flagship innovation work cluster programme connecting United Kingdom universities with creative industry partners to drive.

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The Creative Industries Clusters Programme, launched by AHRC in 2018 with £56 million, creates partnerships between higher education institutions and creative industry businesses to drive applied R&D, new jobs, and globally competitive products and experiences. Round one (2018–2023) funded nine clusters across the UK.

Round two (£27 million) had its outline stage close on 3 March 2026 and is curr…

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Max award£6.8M
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No upcoming rounds verified. Cadence: Biennial.

Last verified: 31 May 2026Source: www.ukri.org