We advise researchers on a range of opportunities including European, overseas and UK funding for international research. We provide guidance throughout the application process.
Supporting researchers in applying for EU and international competitive research funding, as well as UK funding which requires international partners.
Supporting international research development through internal funding schemes to host visiting academics from around the world as well as mobility grants for Bristol researchers.
Horizon Europe's forthcoming Global Challenges - working with European and global partners to address intellectually demanding and socially urgent problems. Details will be available in due course.
New to international development research? Take a look at UKCDR's frequently asked questions. As part of the UK’s Overseas Develoment Assistance (ODA), the Global Challenges Research Fund and the Newton Fund offer University researchers opportunities to foster partnerships that contribute to international development, accessing global expertise and delivering world class research with economic and social impact. The UN's Sustainable Development Goals, which apply to all nations, provide a global context for development-focused research.
Seeding research collaborations
The University helps researchers establish and develop international links through a variety of schemes:
Gateway to International Opportunities - confused by the proliferation of international funding opportunities? This site lists or signposts to all international calls by major UK funders.
UK Collaborative on Development Research (UKCDR) is a group of 14 UK government departments and research funders working in international development. Its webpages include impact case studies, news, events, articles as well as other tips and tools helpful for navigating development research.
