Applications open for Innovation Initiative Grants

Do you have a unique project or an innovative idea that could enhance teaching, research and/or student support at the University? If so, you could receive a grant of up to £5,000 to help bring it to life.

Innovation Initiative Grants

Innovation Initiative Grants (IIGs) are funded through the generous donations made by our many staff, alumni and friends to be distributed among students, staff, clubs, societies and University support services for a range of academic projects, teaching initiatives and student activities.

Previously funded projects include a student run society where student volunteers work with disadvantaged children around Edinburgh, and Professor Nienow’s (School of GeoSciences) investigation into the surface melt and runoff from a Greenland outlet glacier.

How to apply

The deadline for the submission of applications is 12 noon on Thursday 29 October 2015.

Detailed guidelines to help you through the application process can be found on the Development and Alumni (D&A) website, along with catch-ups on previously funded projects and further information about eligibility criteria.

Applications are open to current undergraduate and postgraduate students, EUSA, EUSA Societies, the Sports Union and recognised sports clubs and permanent members of staff.

If you would like to talk to someone about your application please contact the D&A office on 0131 651 4406 or email the D&A team.