UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships 2025 (Round 10) | Fully Funded Research & Innovation Fellowship in UK

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Future Leaders Fellowships (FLF) program is open for Round 10 applications. This well-regarded program aims to support upcoming research and innovation leaders in the UK. If you're a researcher or innovator just starting out, have big ideas, and the support of a strong institution, you could get up to £3 million in funding to help you become a leader in your field.

Fellowship Overview

UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships give long-term funding (up to 7 years) for bright persons to:

• Conduct ambitious, unique research or innovation
• Transition to Independence
• Develop leadership skills.
• Create strategic collaboration among specialties or sectors.

This financing supports both academic and non-academic hosts, making it perfect for applicants who want to foster innovation in industry, the public sector, charities, or research organizations.

Scholarship Details

Fellowship Benefits

• Fellowships offer up to £3 million in funding.
• The initial term is four years, with a possible three-year extension.
• Funding covers salary, research expenses, equipment, personnel, and travel.
• Fellows can become leaders in their fields.
• A strong training program is available.
• Support is provided for career breaks, part-time work, and flexible schedules.
• Host organizations gain by attracting and keeping talented individuals.

Eligibility Criteria

This opportunity is available to researchers and innovators who are early in their careers.

• A doctoral degree is not required to apply.
• Individuals applying should be able to:
• Show a strong chance of becoming a leader in research or innovation.
• Give proof of being able to manage a project on their own or move into research/innovation work.
• Present a focused, aspirational plan for research or innovation that fits with UKRI's goals.
• People from universities, businesses, government, or nonprofits can apply.

Application Submission

Please submit your application no later than November 5, 2025.That’s the final deadline, so don’t wait too long!

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