Nuffield Research, Development and Analysis Fund

Notify Faculty of intention to apply by: 25 February 2026

Deadline: 13 April 2026 (outline stage) 

The Nuffield Foundation invite applications to their Research, Development and Analysis Fund. Proposals must seek aim at improving the design and operation of social policy and should address at least one of Nuffield's three core domains of Education, Welfare and Justice.

For eligibility, see the Nuffield Foundation's Guide for applicants.

Process - Applications for up to £500,000 are considered twice yearly, with Spring and Autumn deadlines for outlines. 

How to Apply - This scheme has a two-stage application process. For the first stage, applicants must submit a short outline to the Nuffield Foundation using their online form. The next deadline for doing so is 13th April 2026.

Please notify Research Administration at least 5 weeks in advance if you intend to apply. The Faculty internal deadline for the next round will be 10 March 2026.