AWF Student Grant Scheme (United Kingdom and Ireland)

Funding scientific research to find practical solutions to animal welfare issues has been at the heart of AWF’s work since the inception and they are committed to ensuring that animal welfare remains high on the agenda. The aim is to deepen understanding of animal welfare and inspire evidence-based actions so that all animals can enjoy a better life. Education is also one of the key areas of AWF’s work; they provide students with the tools and opportunities to further their knowledge on animal welfare and develop their research skills for their future academic and professional careers, supporting the next generation of animal welfare advocates and shaping the future of animal welfare research.

Scope of Research Project

• They will fund projects on animal welfare topics that are relevant to the veterinary profession and help develop your skills as a researcher.

Funding Information

• AWF will invest up to £10,000 for a number of projects. Typically the student projects cost between £500 and £5,000.
• The grants are for intra or extra-curricular projects. They will cover the costs of the project but not overhead costs. Students can claim a stipend for extra-curricular projects.
• Timeframe: The student grants are for short projects which can last for up to 12 weeks full time during the allocated year. These 12 weeks can be spread out throughout the year.

Who can Apply?

• The AWF Student Grant Scheme is open to undergraduate students in veterinary medicine, veterinary nursing, animal welfare studies, agricultural sciences, zoology or social sciences affiliated with a UK or Rebublic of Ireland university or college. Students in any year of their course can apply, as long as they will not have graduated by the time their project starts.

For more information, visit Animal Welfare Foundation.