We give support, training and funding to schools and colleges in the region to help them get involved in research.
Schools and colleges play a pivotal role in young people’s health and wellbeing. It is a time when health and unhealthy habits and behaviours can not only form, but also become established.
By getting involved in UK-wide and global research studies, with a focus on the health and wellbeing of children and young people, students can learn about different types of research and gain skills and confidence at an early age.
We are supporting educational institutes in research, enabling them to play a part in improving the health of children and young people. By participating, they can build new knowledge, bridge gaps in research, apply knowledge to practice, and share learning across the network.
Video: Dr Catherine Richards, Principal at East Norfolk Sixth Form College, is the UK's first Research Champion for Schools. In this video, Catherine explains why they decided to get involved in research and the benefits of taking part.
Our Agile team supports the delivery of health and social care research in the wider community setting. They work with schools and colleges to help them deliver research to improve treatments and care for students, as well as improve environments for those working in the field.
Find out more about the team, including how to get in touch with them.
If you would like to receive study and funding opportunities about research in schools and colleges, please complete this form.