Scholarship

National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) INSIGHT Programme

National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Original Source
Award

£20,780 - £20,780

Deadline

May 04, 2026

Due in 63 days
Location

East Midlands, England

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The NIHR INSIGHT: Inspiring Students into Research Programme funds a wide range of engagement activities and research masters training opportunities for students and recent graduates within registered healthcare, social work and public health professions. It takes place across 12 regions in England and is led by the participating institutions within each region. The NIHR INSIGHT Programme for the East Midlands provides fully funded studentships for Master's level research training. Studentships are available on both a 1 year full-time and 2 year part-time basis, covering course fees and providing a stipend. Eligible applicants can choose from Research Methods (Health) MA at University of Nottingham, Master of Public Health (Health Research) MPH at University of Nottingham, or Social Research (Health) MSc at De Montfort University. The programme also offers research visits, mentorship opportunities, and additional research training necessary for developing, delivering, and disseminating research.

Duration 12 - 25 mo
Decision 10 weeks from application deadline

Who Can Apply

Region
East Midlands, England
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Residency
United Kingdom
Project in
United Kingdom
Applicants
individual
Post-degree
Up to 6 years

Application Details

Interview Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Required documents

cv cover_letter transcripts

Review process

Two-step application process including NIHR INSIGHT scholarship application forms and direct university application. Written applications reviewed followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates.

Additional benefits

  • mentorship
  • training
  • networking

Restrictions

  • geographic_restrictions
  • employment_restrictions