Research funding documents and templates
The following forms and documents are intended to assist and inform suppliers, host organisations and researchers who seek research funding from us.
Templates
- Funding guidance [PDF, 760 KB]
- Research project proposal form [DOCX, 437 KB]
- Research funding budget template [XLSX, 67 KB]
- Conference or event sponsorship request form [DOCX, 435 KB]
- Other sponsorship request form [DOCX, 436 KB]
- Progress report form [DOCX, 425 KB]
- Standard final report template [DOCX, 105 KB]
- URP final report template [DOCX, 107 KB]
- Variation request form [DOCX, 151 KB]
- NHC funding agreement template [DOCX, 259 KB]
Strategic documents
- Research Strategy 2024 [PDF, 2.9 MB]
- Research Priorities Investment Statement 2025 [PDF, 2 MB]
- Research & Resilience Highlights Report 2024 [PDF, 5.2 MB]
2026 biennial grant documents
Download and read these documents if you're thinking about applying for a 2026 biennial grant. They're also available for download as a single zip file on our Apply for a biennial grant page.