BHF CHAIN Multidisciplinary PhD Studentships 2027
The University of Manchester
Ten fully funded four-year PhD studentships in heart–brain research across Manchester, Bristol and Liverpool for 2027 entry. Open only to applicants eligible for UK home fees; deadline 9 November 2026.
The British Heart Foundation CHAIN consortium offers ten places across the University of Manchester (four), University of Bristol (four), and University of Liverpool (two). Students complete cross-institutional training and rotations before developing a multidisciplinary heart–brain research project. Fields range from cardiovascular science and neuroscience to AI, data science, engineering and behavioural science. Apply to only one host university through the official programme instructions.
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Benefits
Four years of tuition fees and research costs, plus tax-free BHF stipends of £21,747 in year 1, £23,520 in year 2, and £25,437 in years 3 and 4. The programme also provides a £3,000 conference-travel fund and support for training travel.
Eligibility summary
Applicants must qualify for UK home tuition fees and hold, or expect to obtain, a first-class or upper-second-class UK honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject. Applications are welcome from varied scientific backgrounds.
Requirements
Choose one of the three host universities. A supervisor contact or research proposal is not required before application. Follow the host institution’s programme-specific application instructions.
Documents required
Supporting statement, CV, degree certificates and transcripts, referee details, and an English-language certificate where applicable. The university requests complete supporting documents with the application.
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How to submit applications
Official consortium page checked 20 October 2026 UTC. Choose exactly one of Manchester, Bristol or Liverpool and use the corresponding application link on the source page. Home-fee eligibility is mandatory.
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