STFC provides research grant funding to UK higher education institutions and research organisations for astronomy, particle physics, nuclear physics, and for associated technology development, research infrastructure and knowledge exchange.
Types of funding we offer
Explore the ways we fund research and get an overview of who can apply
Check if you’re eligible for funding
Find out if our research interests match yours and what we’re looking for in individuals and organisations
Costs we fund
Check what costs you can apply for and how much, and the cost categories to use in your application
Project partners, subcontractors and collaborators
Find out about the rules governing contributions from project partners and the costs we’ll fund
What to include in your proposal
Guidance to help you gather and present the information we need for a funding application
How to submit your proposal
Find out about registering for our online submission system, how to send us your proposal and where to get support
Deadlines
Know when your proposal needs to be submitted by with this summary of call deadlines
What happens after you submit your proposal
Learn about how we decide which proposals get funding and the part you can play
Your responsibilities if you get funding
Check what you’re committing to when you submit your proposal
Contact and support
Get help with your questions about funding, preparing and submitting applications and the assessment process
Frequently asked questions
Get answers to your questions about grants you are applying for and have received