The British Heart Foundation Discovery Research PhD Studentships fund three-year doctoral research projects in cardiovascular science for named students under expert supervision.
Funder: British Heart Foundation
Due Dates: September 16, 2026 | March 3, 2027
Funding Amounts: Full 3-year PhD studentship: stipend (from £21,747–£28,449), tuition fees (capped at £8,240/year), consumables (up to £18,000/year), and up to £3,000 total for travel.
Summary: Supports three-year doctoral research projects in cardiovascular science for named students under experienced supervisors.
Key Information: Application must be for a named student; no top-up or part-funding for already started studentships.
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) Discovery Research PhD Studentships provide comprehensive funding for three-year doctoral research projects in cardiovascular science. These studentships are designed to foster innovation and develop the next generation of cardiovascular researchers by supporting both the student and their research environment. Funding covers stipend, tuition fees, research consumables, and travel to scientific meetings, enabling awardees to focus on impactful research in heart and circulatory diseases.