The aim of this funding is to help nurture the next generation of leading researchers, enabling groundbreaking work across various fields such as engineering, biology, physical sciences and beyond, while driving UK economic growth.
The announcement was made on National Engineering Day (13 November) by the Science Secretary Peter Kyle, who said: “This £500m investment will support our vitally important higher education sector while supporting more bright students to pursue their talents and in turn deliver the life-saving drugs and clean energy alternatives of the future, that benefit all of our lives.”
The funding has been allocated to universities and prospective students who will be able to apply in the coming months, ahead of starting their studies next year.
