Masters Scholarships

The Three NIHR Research Schools' Mental Health programme has identified a need to build future capacity in academic mental health research, following the conclusion of previous funding on 31 March 2026. These master’s level fellowships aim to fill the gap, providing opportunities for those in frontline health and care roles to gain expertise in research methods relevant to mental health - especially for individuals who may have limited access to such opportunities.

Applications are welcome from candidates who have not yet applied, have applied to, or have already been accepted onto a Master’s programme. If you have secured a place or are in the process of paying tuition fees, you are eligible to apply. Applications are particularly welcomed from health and care professional groups not traditionally involved in research.  Courses can be studied full-time for one or two academic years or part-time for a maximum of two academic years, but STRICTLY must not extend beyond 30 November 2028.    

Award holders will join a supportive cohort of trainees, from other programmes, and gain access to funded training opportunities, including participation in a residential writing retreat.

This competition is now open and will close at 13:00 on 26 March 2026.

• Guidance for Applicants

Your application should be submitted using GoodGrants, our online application portal.

• SPCR MH Masters GoodGrants guide

If you have any questions about the application procedure, please contact SPCR Directorate Team: spcr@keele.ac.uk