Independent report

Evaluation of AHRC responsive mode follow on funding scheme

This evaluation assesses the follow-on funding scheme’s impact, value and fit, informing AHRC’s decision on its future and potential redesign.

From:: AHRC
Published:: 3 July 2025

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Impact and process evaluation of AHRC responsive mode follow-on funding: final evaluation report (PDF)

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As part of the wider transformation of the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s (AHRC) applicant-led (responsive mode) funding, the follow-on funding scheme was paused in July 2024 to allow for an external evaluation of its processes and impact.

This report presents the findings of that evaluation.

AHRC has responded to the recommendations in a blog post, which also includes a pre-announcement of the revised scheme.

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