The Clever Bid Programme
Learn all of the skills required to write a compelling proposal in eight weeks
Get personalised support and full guidance with your proposal development from the research idea to the final outstanding proposal. Plus eight weeks of accountability to help you get the job done!
Successful grant and fellowship proposals
Writing a compelling grant/fellowship proposal can be overwhelming. Many researchers struggle with where to start, how to structure their proposal, and how to meet all the requirements. As a result, only a selected few get high-quality funding.
You might have extraordinary ideas, but your potential could be wasted if you can't effectively present your proposals.
The Research Bid helps you to reach your research goals more easily.
Your step-by-step guide with clear timelines
Our 8-week Proposal Development Programme is designed to take the stress out of the proposal-writing process. With our hands-on personalised support, you’ll gain the expertise, knowledge, and motivation needed to write an engaging and high-quality grant/fellowship proposal.
How it works
What's Included:
Personalised Coaching: Step-by-step guidance with timelines to fit your needs.
1:1 Kick-Off Call (1-hour): To better understand your challenges and to set clear goals and expectations.
Four 1:1 biweekly meetings: 1-hour individual sessions to review progress.
Templates and Resources: Special tools to streamline your writing process.
Virtual Assistance: Ongoing support and check-ins to address emerging issues or problems.
Comprehensive Proposal Review: Final detailed feedback to optimise your proposal.
Covered Areas:
Selection of the most suitable and beneficial funding scheme.
Understanding the funder's application process, rules, policies, eligibility requirements, and selection and evaluation criteria.
Develop an action plan for your entire application.
Guidance in writing the case for support.
Setting and managing budgets.
Addressing mandatory elements, such as data management plan, justification of resources, and narrative CVs.
Final proposal review and feedback.
Timeframe: 8 weeks
New slots open monthly.
Accelerate your research progress
Imagine having a clear, structured plan for your grant/fellowship proposal, with expert guidance at every step. Our programme empowers you with the skills, tools, and confidence to write a proposal that stands out.
You'll not only maximise your chances of securing funding for your current research project, but you'll also gain valuable insights for future applications.
Don’t let the complexity of grant/fellowship writing hold you back
Join our 8-week programme to turn your research ideas into funded projects. Contact us today to get started.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
What support can I expect to receive?
The programme will prepare you for the entire funding process, from planning your unique timeline to submission. You will receive bi-weekly personal support with feedback on your writing and progress checks, as well as text support. We are committed to supporting you whenever you need help.
Will you write the grants or fellowships for me?
No, we will guide you through the entire application process and provide you with the tools and guidance needed to write a strong proposal, but we will not write the proposal for you.
Can you guarantee that my application will be funded?
We are confident that the knowledge and skills you acquire in this programme will significantly improve your chances of securing funding.
But no, we cannot guarantee funding for your project. Funding decisions are beyond my control, and you need to understand that no one can guarantee funding.
If your proposal is rejected, it can usually be resubmitted with minor changes.
Are the principles of the programme applicable to my research field?
Yes, the principles of the programme are applicable to any research field.
The specific examples we use are primarily from biomedical science. However, you can easily find analogous examples in proposals from your own field.