MBPhD Studentships
Supports MBPhD medical students to conduct cardiovascular research alongside clinical studies, fostering future clinician-scientists in cardiovascular medicine.
Funder: British Heart Foundation
Due Dates: January 14, 2026 | July 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Supports stipend (BHF rates), tuition fees (home rate, cap applies), research consumables (usually <£18,000/year), and up to £3,000 travel per award; duration 2–3 years.
Summary: Funds medical students undertaking MBPhD training to pursue research alongside clinical studies, covering stipend, tuition, research costs, and travel.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted by an established investigator as supervisor for a pre-selected MBPhD student; strict formatting and documentation requirements apply.
Description
This opportunity supports medical students enrolled in a combined MBPhD programme, enabling them to conduct research projects alongside their medical studies. The grant covers the student’s stipend at BHF rates, home-rate tuition fees (excluding college fees), research consumables, and travel to scientific meetings. The award is designed for 2–3 years, depending on the university’s MBPhD scheme, and aims to foster the next generation of clinical academics in cardiovascular research.
