King’s College London UK Undergraduate Research Fellowships 2025
Description
Applications for the 2025 King’s Undergraduate Research Fellowships (KURF) are now open! This prestigious programme offers King’s College London undergraduate students the unique opportunity to gain valuable research experience, work alongside leading academics, and contribute to innovative research projects in various fields. KURF is designed to enhance academic and professional development, and successful applicants will receive paid fellowships for their contributions.
What is the King’s Undergraduate Research Fellowship (KURF)?
The King’s Undergraduate Research Fellowships programme provides paid research opportunities for King’s students to work on cutting-edge research projects across different disciplines. It offers students the chance to develop practical research skills, collaborate with faculty members, and contribute to real-world academic outputs.
- Duration: Flexible formats available, including 150 hours over 4 to 8 weeks, or 75 hours in part-time options
- Fellowship Award: £1,500 for full or part-time fellows (150 hours) or £750 for job-share fellows (75 hours)
- Eligibility: Open to all King’s undergraduate students, including first-year, final-year, and international students
Degree Level
King’s College London UK Undergraduate Research Fellowships 2025 is available to undertake Fellowship, Research, Undergraduate level programs at King’s College London.
Available Subjects
Research Areas
KURF projects span across all faculties and subject areas, enabling students to engage with a wide range of academic disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences
- Social Sciences & Humanities
- Health Sciences
- Arts & Culture
- Business & Finance
Fellows work closely with academic supervisors on groundbreaking research tasks, contributing to long-term academic projects and, in many cases, becoming co-authors on published papers.
Benefits
- Bursary Payment: Fellows receive a £1,500 stipend (for 150 hours) or £750 for job-share options
- Certificate of Participation: Recognition on the Higher Education Achievement Record (HEAR)
- Transferable Skills: Develop skills that are valuable for both academic and industry careers
- Networking Opportunities: Invitations to exclusive events such as the Posters in Parliament Conference
- Professional Exposure: Experience in national and international research settings, plus the chance to present at high-profile academic events
Eligible Nationalities
This fellowship is open to all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply?
The KURF programme is open to all King’s undergraduate students, including those from diverse backgrounds:
- First-year students, final-year students, and international students are all eligible
- Diverse representation: KURF ensures around 70% of selected Fellows are from underrepresented or Widening Participation backgrounds
Flexible Formats for All Students
KURF offers flexible participation options to accommodate students with various schedules and commitments, such as:
- 150 hours over 4 weeks – £1,500
- 150 hours over 4–8 weeks – £1,500
- 75 hours – £750
This flexibility ensures that all students, including those with work or caring responsibilities, can participate in research activities that align with their personal and academic schedules.
Application Procedure
To apply for the King’s Undergraduate Research Fellowships 2025, you must submit your application through the university’s application portal. Here’s how:
- Submit your application through the online portal by April 22, 2025 (23:59).
- Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- CV
- Statement of interest and purpose
- Supporting references from academic staff
- Note: Check the KURF website for more details and project listings.
Selection Process
- Evaluation: Applications are reviewed based on academic performance, research potential, and alignment with the available KURF research projects
- Shortlist: Successful candidates will be invited for an interview or selection meeting
- Notification: Selected fellows will be notified in May 2025
Conclusion
The King’s Undergraduate Research Fellowships 2025 offer a unique and paid opportunity for King’s students to gain hands-on research experience, contribute to cutting-edge academic projects, and enhance their career prospects. Whether you’re passionate about science, social research, health, or business, KURF provides the chance to collaborate with leading academics and make a meaningful impact in your field.
