UK Data Service Data Impact Fellows 2027–28: £3,500 Award and Professional Development Support for Early Career Researchers and Data Analysts.

Overview

The UK Data Service Data Impact Fellows scheme is a two-year professional development programme running from January 2027 to December 2028. It is designed to help participants build research-impact skills, expand professional networks, and demonstrate the value of data-driven work beyond academia.

Who can apply

Early career researchers and data analysts working in the United Kingdom academic sector or within voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations are eligible to apply. Applicants must use data available through the UK Data Service in their ongoing research or analysis.

What you get

Selected participants receive a £3,500 grant to support engagement and impact activities, alongside structured training, mentoring, and one-to-one guidance. Fellows gain networking opportunities through online and face-to-face interactions with peers and past cohorts. The programme also provides platforms to showcase work via blog posts, impact events, case studies, podcasts, and communication channels managed by the UK Data Service.

Key dates

The programme operates from January 2027 through December 2028.