Discovery Research PhD Studentships
Supports named PhD students to conduct innovative cardiovascular research under expert supervision, fostering the next generation of cardiovascular scientists.
Funder: British Heart Foundation
Due Dates: September 16, 2026 | March 3, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to 3 years’ funding per PhD studentship: stipend (2026/27 rates: £21,747–£24,323 outside London, £24,323–£28,449 in London), tuition fees (capped at £8,240/year), consumables (≤£18,000/year), and up to £3,000 total for travel.
Summary: Supports named doctoral students to undertake innovative cardiovascular research under experienced supervision, covering stipend, fees, consumables, and travel.
Key Information: Application must be for a named student and be fully approved by relevant institutional authorities before submission.
Description
This studentship supports innovative doctoral research projects in cardiovascular science. Funding is provided for a named PhD student under the supervision of an experienced investigator, covering stipend, tuition fees at the home rate, research consumables, and travel to scientific meetings. The aim is to foster the next generation of cardiovascular researchers through rigorous scientific training and high-quality research.
