PhD Fellowships for Health Professionals
Wellcome Foundation's PhD Fellowships support UK health professionals to undertake research training and develop as future clinical academic leaders at top UK universities.
Funder: Wellcome Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Stage 1) | January 2027 (Stage 2)
Funding Amounts: Covers salary (UK clinical scale), PhD fees (home rate), research expenses, training, and essential travel for 3 years (full-time equivalent).
Summary: Supports UK-based health professionals to undertake PhD research training and develop as future leaders in clinical academia.
Key Information: Applications are made directly to participating UK university programmes; not through Wellcome.
Description
The Wellcome Foundation's PhD Fellowships for Health Professionals provide outstanding research training opportunities for registered health professionals across a wide range of specialties in the UK. These fellowships are hosted by leading UK universities and designed to foster the next generation of clinical academic leaders. Fellows receive comprehensive support, including salary, research expenses, training, and essential travel, allowing them to conduct high-quality research in supportive, inclusive environments. The programme aims to create new knowledge, build research capability, and promote a positive research culture.
