Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Scholarships – Fully Funded: (Deadline 4 November 2025)
Offered by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), these grants support university HR practitioners in enhancing institutional practices through collaboration, innovation, and shared learning. With a total fund of £10,000, the scheme supports diverse projects that promote the HR function across the Commonwealth. Selected initiatives may range from small-scale webinars to multi-institutional policy development.
(acu.ac.uk)
What the Grants Cover
HR in HE Community Grants can be used to fund projects such as:
- Attending HR conferences and sharing findings
- Developing and delivering training for HR professionals
- Co-creating policies on workforce planning, inclusion, mental health, international recruitment
- Designing or improving HR processes
- Delivering webinars on current HR topics
- Conducting benchmarking or comparative research on HR best practices
Important Dates & Funding Details
- Applications open: 2 September 2025
- Deadline: 4 November 2025, 15:00 UTC
- Total Budget: £10,000—flexible allocations for small or larger-scale projects
Who Can Apply & How to Apply
- Eligibility: Must be a staff member in the HR function at an ACU member university. Collaboration with other ACU institutions is encouraged but not required. Institutions offering matching funding will be viewed favorably.
- How to Apply:
- Review the application guidance and FAQs.
- Prepare your initiative outline, action plan (6–12 months), and budget.
- Include a letter of support from a senior institutional leader and the CV of the activity lead.
- Submit your application via the MyACU platform—register if you haven’t already.
How Applications Are Assessed
Applications are evaluated based on:
- Project feasibility and clear goals
- Expected impact and deliverables
- The skills and experience of the activity lead
- Degree of institutional support
- How well the project aligns with the HR in HE Community’s objectives
Why This Grant Matters
- Enables HR practitioners to lead impactful initiatives that elevate university HR functions
- Promotes international collaboration and exchange across Commonwealth institutions
- Supports strategic HR development—especially in areas like inclusion, mental health, and global talent recruitment
- Provides a platform to share outputs and innovations with the extended ACU network post-project
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