Fund

GPEDU Research & Innovation Support Grant

（For Global UG/PG/PhD Students-Open Spring 2026）

🌍 About the Funding Scheme

The GPEDU Research & Innovation Support Grant is open to international students worldwide, with a particular focus on fields such as:

Education｜Psychology ｜Sociology ｜Linguistics
Humanities and Social Sciences, and relevant interdisciplinary areas

The aims of the fund include:

Promoting academic development
(e.g., conference participation, paper presentations, publication support)
Supporting mental wellbeing
(e.g., peer support, community-building activities)
Strengthening career growth
(e.g., cross-university engagement, academic community coordination)

🎓 Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the GPEDU Research & Innovation Support Grant, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

1. GPEDU Registered Member

Applicants must be active GPEDU members and provide complete and valid personal information.

Please click our membership: https://globalphdedu.com/membership/

**2. Contribution to GPEDU Activities (Not Required)**

Applicants are strongly encouraged—but NOT required—to have served an organiser, coordinator, volunteer, or contributor in GPEDU academic or cross-university activities. Such contributions will be considered as a plus (bonus advantage) during review.

Eligible activities may include those:

Hosted, co-hosted, or formally recognised by GPEDU
Related to academic development, research, or cross-cultural engagement
With clearly defined responsibilities (e.g., moderator, event coordinator, organiser)

3. Academic Participation & Contribution

If applying for funding for external academic activities (e.g., conferences, workshops, cross-university exchanges), applicants must:

Participate as a Presenter / Speaker / Panelist / Poster Presenter
Demonstrate direct relevance to their academic or research development

4. Submission of the Funding Application Form

Applicants must complete the official GPEDU Funding Application Form, which includes:

Activity details
Funding justification
Expected outcomes or impact
Personal statement
Supporting documents (e.g., acceptance letter, poster confirmation)

All submissions will undergo an independent review by the GPEDU funding committee.

💷 Funding Amount

The GPEDU Research & Innovation Support Grant awards between: £100 – £2,000 per year.

The final amount depends on the number of applications, the nature of the activity, and the applicant’s contribution.

📝 How to Apply

·Register as a GPEDU membership: https://globalphdedu.com/membership

·Confirm your role in GPEDU activities (organiser/coordinator/volunteer/participant)

·Prepare all supporting documents (e.g., acceptance emails, event posters)

·Complete the GPEDU Funding Application Form: [OPEN IN SPRING 2026]

·Wait for the review outcome (typically 7–20 working days)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: CAN ANY NON-EDUCATIONAL MAJORS APPLY?

Yes. The scheme mainly focuses on Education and Social Sciences, but interdisciplinary research and activities may also be supported depending on relevance.

Q2: What can the funding be used for?

Funding can be used for:

Conference registration fees
Travel and accommodation
Cross-university exchange activities
Academic materials & poster expenses
Activities that support mental wellbeing or community engagement

Q3: How many times can I apply per year?

Normally, each member may apply once per year, but exceptional cases or major projects may receive special approval.