PGR Turing Scheme
The Turing Scheme is the UK Government's global programme for studying and working abroad, providing students in the UK with funding to support international education opportunities across the world.
As part of the scheme at The University of Manchester, we’re pleased to offer research placements for our postgraduate researchers (PGRs) at selected international partner universities and research institutes. PGRs, in any academic discipline, will receive a grant to conduct a research placement as an integrated part of their existing programme. Placements must last a minimum of 14 days, excluding travel days.
The aim of the placement is to add value to a PGR’s existing doctoral programme through exposure to a different research environment and access to complementary facilities and expertise. PGRs going on placement will gain a global perspective, improve their intercultural communication skills, expand their academic network, and enhance their future employability.
How to Apply
Please note that the availability of funding is subject to the outcome of the University of Manchester’s application for Turing funding for the 2025/26 year.
Please read the following Application Guidance document carefully before sourcing a placement.
Turing PGR Placements Guidelines 25-26.pdf
To apply, follow the link below to search for the relevant programme for the Faculty where you are undertaking your research. Select the one most relevant to your application.
Click here to apply.
Make sure you select the programme which has the corresponding acronym for your Faculty:
- FSE: Faculty of Science and Engineering
- FBMH: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
- HUMS: Faculty of Humanities
Contact
Any questions relating to PGR Turing Scheme placements should be directed to: turingscheme@manchester.ac.uk