Public and Community Engagement with Research (PCER)
PCER funding opportunities
Next deadline: TBC
The University of Oxford supports Public and Community Engagement with Research (PCER) through funding and training schemes. The aims of PER are to engage the public in the design, conduct and dissemination of research:
- to inform and inspire the public
- to consult and listen to public views
- to collaborate with the public
PCER and related funding opportunities can be found here.
- The PCER Fund - grants of up to £6,000 to pilot a new project or enhance an existing activity. Last deadline: 3 November - all awarded funds must be spent by 30 June 2026 (CLOSED, possible TT26 deadline)
PER also supports and provides training and events for researchers wishing to undertake PER activities, as well as an annual conference.
There have in the past also been a number of public engagement-related funder awards and schemes, including:
- ERC Public Engagement with Research Award - open to holders of ERC grants, 3 awards of €10,000 each on offer (CLOSED).
- Wellcome Trust Research Enrichment: Public Engagement - open to holders of Wellcome Trust grants, offers between £10,000 and £250,000 depending on the type of Wellcome grant held (CLOSED).