Black Leaders in Cancer Scholarship Programme
Black Leaders in Cancer Scholarship Programme supports Black researchers through doctoral research, mentoring and leadership training to develop the next generation of leaders in cancer research.
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Funder: Cancer Research UK
Due Dates: November 4, 2026 (City of London) | November 19, 2026 (Cambridge) | November 30, 2026 (Scotland) | December 1, 2026 (Oxford) | December 4, 2026 (Newcastle) | January 4, 2027 (Convergence Science) | April 9, 2027 (Manchester)
Funding Amounts: Fully funded four-year studentship covering stipend, research costs and UK-rate tuition fees
Summary: Supports Black researchers through doctoral training, mentoring and leadership development to build the next generation of leaders in cancer research.
Key Information: International fee shortfalls must be institutionally funded from another source, not paid by the student.
Description
Cancer Research UK runs this programme with Black in Cancer and the Windsor Fellowship to develop the next generation of Black leaders in cancer research. It supports non-clinical doctoral study at seven CRUK centres, with nine studentships available for the 2027 intake. Developed in consultation with the research community, the programme aims to improve diversity across the research career pipeline and create inclusive environments where researchers can realise their potential to beat cancer.
Support extends beyond research funding. Students receive academic mentorship at their host centre, pastoral support from a Windsor Fellowship-trained mentor, and leadership workshops covering resilience, presentations, teamwork, goal setting and navigating the workplace. Black in Cancer career seminars, core skills training and networking complement each centre’s doctoral training programme.
