[British Heart Foundation](https://www.bhf.org.uk)

January 14, 2026 | July 1, 2026

Covers stipend (up to £27,620/year in London for Year 3), tuition fees at home rate (capped at £8,000/year), research consumables (<£18,000/year), and up to £3,000 total for travel. Duration: 2–3 years.

Supports medical students undertaking a combined MBPhD degree, enabling in-depth research training under expert supervision.

--- ## Description The MBPhD Studentships from the British Heart Foundation (BHF) are designed to support medical students in the UK undertaking a combined medical and PhD degree. These awards enable students to carry out original research projects under the supervision of established investigators, with the goal of fostering the next generation of clinician-scientists in cardiovascular research. Funding covers stipends, tuition fees, research consumables, and travel to scientific meetings. Applications undergo rigorous peer review and committee evaluation. --- ## Due Dates - January 14, 2026: Full application deadline (must be submitted by 17:00 and approved by Head of Department and Administrative Authority) - July 1, 2026: Next application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - **Stipend:** At BHF rates (for 2025/26: up to £27,620/year for Year 3 within London, £24,696/year outside London) - **Tuition Fees:** Standard home student rate, capped at £8,000/year (college and overseas fees not covered) - **Research Consumables:** Typically less than £18,000 per year - **Travel:** Up to £3,000 per award to attend or present at scientific meetings - **Duration:** 2–3 years, depending on university scheme --- ## Eligibility - The application must be submitted by an established investigator (supervisor) on behalf of a pre-selected student within the university’s MBPhD programme. - The primary supervisor must: - Hold a post at the host institution for the entire studentship duration - Devote at least 10% of their time to supervision - Include a second supervisor in the application - The student must be pre-selected by the university’s MBPhD programme directorate. - Only home tuition fees are covered; college and overseas fees are not eligible. - The studentship must align with the university’s MBPhD scheme structure. --- ## Application Process 1. **Pre-selection:** Student must be pre-selected by the university MBPhD programme. 2. **Online Submission:** Complete and submit the application via the [BHF Grants Management System](https://researchgrants.bhf.org.uk/). 3. **Required Documents:** - Case for support (project background, hypothesis, design, outcomes) - CVs, letters of support, ethical approvals (if relevant) - University scheme rules, IP agreements (if relevant), equipment quotes (if >£5,000) 4. **Formatting:** Single PDF attachment, Arial 12pt, strict page limits (see [guidance](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/what-we-fund/mbphd-studentships)). 5. **Approval:** Application must be approved by Head of Department and Administrative Authority before submission. 6. **Review:** Applications are peer-reviewed and assessed by the BHF Fellowships Committee. --- ## Additional Information - The award covers only directly incurred research costs; indirect costs and certain fees are not eligible. - Applications not submitted by the deadline will be considered at the next round. - BHF maintains a strong focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion in its review process. - See [BHF independent review guidelines (PDF)](https://www.bhf.org.uk/-/media/files/for-professionals/dora/bhf-independent-expert-review-guidelines_april2023.pdf?rev=24a57e50efd24d35bc9eccfd2a80968b&hash=B28F02D09A6A3492C1A4CDA983D82B9A) and [MBPhD Studentship review form (PDF)](https://www.bhf.org.uk/-/media/files/for-professionals/dora/bhf-mbphd-studentship-review-form.pdf?rev=de0260e2d7a340e7beb2e253b9178d52&hash=FCC37EF874A28C4B7DF9DF6FC94311A9) for assessment criteria. --- ## External Links - [MBPhD Studentships – BHF Program Page](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/what-we-fund/mbphd-studentships) - [How to Apply – BHF Guidance](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/how-to-apply) - [Grant Costing Guide](https://www.bhf.org.uk/for-professionals/information-for-researchers/how-to-apply/grant-costing-guide) - [BHF Grants Management System (Application Portal)](https://researchgrants.bhf.org.uk/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [heretohelp@bhf.org.uk](mailto:heretohelp@bhf.org.uk) / 0300 330 3322 | | Grants System Help | [gmsqueries@bhf.org.uk](mailto:gmsqueries@bhf.org.uk) | | Programme Page | [Contact BHF](https://www.bhf.org.uk/contact) | | Address | Greater London House, 180 Hampstead Road, London, NW1 7AW, United Kingdom | | Nurse Helpline | 0808 802 1234 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm, freephone) |

MBPhD Studentships

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