BCS - Heart Research UK Fellowship

Fellowship opportunities from BCS and Heart Research UK

The application period for the BCS-Heart Research UK fellowship schemes has now closed. Thank you to all who applied.

Fellowship opportunities are an exclusive benefit for BCS members only.

About the BCS-Heart Research UK Fellowships

The British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) has partnered with Heart Research UK to provide exclusive fellowship opportunities for BCS members. Heart Research UK is a leading charity supporting research into heart disease prevention, treatment, and cures, while also funding advanced training and educational initiatives.

These fellowships aim to support NHS cardiovascular professionals by enabling clinical placements in global centres of excellence. Fellows gain new skills, insights, and experiences that contribute to the advancement of cardiovascular care in the UK.

Fellowship Awards

Three fellowship schemes were available:

Individual Clinical Placement (up to 2 months)

For a senior trainee or consultant cardiologist to receive advanced training in a specialized area such as ACHD, cross-sectional imaging (CMR/CT), or ICC.

Award Value: Up to £15,000.

Team Placement (1 week)

For up to six members of an NHS cardiovascular team to observe a care pathway or procedure for future implementation in the UK.

Award Value: Up to £16,000 per team.

Individual Placement for Healthcare Professionals (up to 1 month)

For healthcare professionals (e.g., nurse specialists, technologists, pharmacists) to learn new skills for UK adoption.

Award Value: Up to £5,000.

All fellowships are to be completed by the end of May 2025, with recipients expected to present their experiences at the BCS Conference in June 2025.

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