Doctoral focal award : UKRI venture doctorates expression of interest

Overview

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) if you intend to submit an outline application for the Doctoral focal award: UKRI venture doctorates funding opportunity.

For universities, you must discuss with your university research office before submitting an EOI.

The answers will be used by UKRI to plan the assessment process. UKRI will only contact you if we require any clarifications or have any concerns about whether the proposed work is in scope and remit for this funding opportunity.

The deadline for submitting the EOI is 21 September 2026 4:00pm UK time. 

You may make minor changes to the information provided in this expression of interest when submitting your outline application, if justified.