What is a KTP?
A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) is a government support programme that funds collaboration between academics/researchers, a highly skilled graduate and a company that needs their expertise.
A KTP is particularly valuable scheme to support REF impact as well as providing a valuable funding stream for further research and development projects.
There are a number of calls throughout the year.
- Emerging and Enabling Technologies
- Health and Life Sciences
- Infrastructure Systems
- Manufacturing and Materials
- Open Calls
More information on Sector calls and timetable.
Ulster University Success in KTPs
Ulster University has a highly successful track record in securing KTP funding. The success rate for proposals currently stands at over 95%, and helping our academics to develop high quality proposals is part of the service provided by the Research and Impact Office.
The KTP programme is a highly established programme and has been in operation for over 40 years. Ulster University has a strong track record in KTPs having managed in excess of 220 KTPs, ranking us as 6th out of over 100 knowledge providers across the UK.
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If you’d like to know more, or have a business that you think would be interested in a KTP contact Amanda Fullerton.