[British Society for Haematology](https://b-s-h.org.uk)

August 2, 2026

Up to £48,000 over three years per award (up to £15,000/year for fees + £1,000/year for travel)

Supports BSH members in countries without local haematology training to pursue postgraduate training in a nearby region and return as specialists.

Only two fellowships available; BSH membership required before applying.

--- ## Description The Global Haematology Fellowship is a pilot grant from the British Society for Haematology (BSH) aimed at supporting trainees in countries lacking a local haematology training programme. The fellowship enables eligible BSH members to undertake postgraduate haematology training in a nearby country or region, with the expectation that they return to their home country to strengthen local healthcare capacity as haematology specialists. The programme prioritises the development of professional expertise and the expansion of haematology capacity in underserved regions. --- ## Due Dates - August 2, 2026: Application deadline for the Global Haematology Fellowship --- ## Funding Amount - Up to two fellowships are awarded. - Each fellowship provides up to £48,000 over three years: - Up to £15,000 per year for training and exam fees (total £45,000, excluding inflation) - Up to £1,000 per year for travel (maximum £3,000) - Funding covers tuition, exam fees, and travel costs. Living expenses must be self-funded. --- ## Eligibility - **Applicant must:** - Be a current BSH member (membership required before applying; allow up to 6 weeks for approval if joining from outside the UK) - Be a trainee in a country without a local haematology training programme - Meet the entry requirements of the proposed training institution - Provide evidence of acceptance into the training programme - Demonstrate commitment to returning to their home country after training - Commit to completing training within the specified three-year timeframe - **Training institution must:** - Commit to supporting the trainee through to completion within the agreed period - **Home institution must:** - Commit to supporting the trainee upon return - Confirm that the fellowship training will be recognised and confer specialist status in the home country - **Grant recipients:** - Must submit a report at the end of each training year --- ## Application Process - Review the [Global Haematology Fellowship page](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/global-haematology-fellowship) for full details and to access the application form. - Prepare and submit: - CV and cover letter - Letter of support from home institution - Acceptance letter from host training institution - Confirmation of annual tuition fees from host institution - Budget outlining exam fees, travel costs, total funding requested, and commitment to self-funding living expenses - Complete the online application form (BSH member login required) - Ensure all supporting documentation is attached - Submit the application by the deadline - Outcome notification typically within 12–16 weeks of deadline --- ## Additional Information - Only two fellowships are available in this pilot round. - All applicants must be BSH members at the time of application; membership approval for those outside the UK may take up to 6 weeks. - Recipients are responsible for their own living costs. - Funding is paid after approval and receipt of required banking information (within 6 weeks for UK accounts, 8 weeks for international accounts). - A report must be submitted after each year of training. --- ## External Links - [Global Haematology Fellowship Overview and Application](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/global-haematology-fellowship) - [BSH Membership Information and Signup](https://b-s-h.org.uk/membership) - [Terms and Conditions](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/global-haematology-fellowship/global-haematology-fellowship-terms-and-conditions) - [Grants FAQs](https://b-s-h.org.uk/grants/grants-faqs) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |--------------------|-------------------------------|-------------------| | Asia Parvez (BSH Volunteer Support Officer) | [asia@b-s-h.org.uk](mailto:asia@b-s-h.org.uk) | | | BSH Grants Team | [grants@b-s-h.org.uk](mailto:grants@b-s-h.org.uk) | +44 20 7713 0990 | For membership queries: [membership@b-s-h.org.uk](mailto:membership@b-s-h.org.uk) or [BSH contact page](https://b-s-h.org.uk/about-us/contact-us)

Global Haematology Fellowship

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