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The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Policy Fellowships 2025 are now open for applications, offering 42 fully funded research fellowships across 29 different UK government departments and organizations. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between academic research and public policy, fostering collaboration and impactful change.
Key Details:
* Funding Type: Fully Funded
* Location: UK
* Fellowship Duration: 18 months
* Start Date: Autumn 2025
* Number of Fellowships: 42 positions available
* Application Deadline: July 15, 2025
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Fellowship Overview
The UKRI Policy Fellowships are designed to enhance the use of evidence and research in policymaking, encouraging mutual learning and long-term collaboration between academia and government.
Available Subjects
* Public Policy
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Types of Fellowships
1. Core Policy Fellowships
* Targeted at early and mid-career academics.
* Focus on key public policy priorities.
* Example Posts:
* Cabinet Office: Clean Energy Mission
* DAERA: One Health and Climate Change
* Welsh Government: Behavioural Science for Climate Policy
2. Natural Hazards and Resilience Fellowships
* Focused on climate risk and disaster preparedness.
* Example Posts:
* Defra: Oceanic Climate Risks
* DESNZ: Climate Science
* Scottish Government: Coastal Change
3. What Works Innovation Fellowships
* Open to all career stages.
* Based within What Works Centres.
* Aim to strengthen evidence-based policymaking.
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the UKRI Policy Fellowships, candidates must:
* Be based at a UKRI-eligible institution.
* Hold expertise in relevant disciplines such as social sciences, climate science, economics, environmental science, or public health.
* Demonstrate interdisciplinary research impact.
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Benefits of the Fellowship
* Mentorship and Training: All fellows will receive guidance and support.
* Networking Opportunities: Join a national cohort of academic policy fellows and collaborate with government agencies and think tanks.
* Real-World Impact: Contribute to addressing pressing societal challenges through evidence-based policymaking.
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Why Apply for a UKRI Policy Fellowship?
* Influence National Policy: Apply your research to key societal challenges.
* Career Development: Gain experience in policy-relevant roles.
* Expand Networks: Collaborate with various stakeholders in the policy-making process.
* Contribute to Evidence-Based Policymaking: Engage in critical issues such as climate change, health security, and resilience.
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Application Procedure
To apply, visit the official UKRI Policy Fellowships page and review detailed descriptions for each post. Ensure your application is submitted by July 15, 2025.
For more information and to apply, visit the UKRI Policy Fellowships 2025 page [https://masts.ac.uk/news/ukri-policy-fellowships-2025-funding-opportunity/].