BDIAP Bursary Opportunities in 2026
Applications now open
17 February 2026
(Last updated: 19 Feb 2026 23:45)
Bursary applications are invited for the following opportunities in 2026.
Applications are open to Members of the BDIAP, with some opportunities available for applicants from BDIAP Schools and undergraduate medical students.
A timetable of opportunities is available here.
If you have any questions about upcoming bursaries please contract the administrative team by emailing membership@bdiap.org.
If you are not yet a member of the BDIAP, more information on membership benefits can be found here.
16th International Junior Academy Summer School 
Each bursary includes:
- Registration fees
- Hotel accomodation
- Travel costs
Eligibility:
We welcome applications from Resident Members from one of the following BDIAP Member Countries: United Kingdom, Belgium, Ireland, The Netherlands
Apply for a Summer School Bursary
Application Deadline: 30 March 2026, 23:59 BST
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Manchester Pathology 2026
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Each bursary includes:
- Registration fees
- Financial contribution towards accommodation and travel
- Conference dinner
Eligibility:
Applications are invited from the following membership categories based in a BDIAP Member Country (United Kingdom, Belgium, Ireland, The Netherlands)
- Residents
- Affiliates
- Allied Scientists
- Foundation Doctors
- Applications also invited from BDIAP Schools
Abstract acceptance is required for bursary eligibility, with abstract submission open until 13 March 2026. Foundation Doctors are exempt from this requirement but are encouraged to submit an abstract
Apply for a Manchester Pathology bursary
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026, 23:59 BST
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XXXVI IAP Congress
Each bursary includes:
- Registration fees
- Financial contribution towards accommodation and travel
Eligibility:
Applications are invited from the following membership categories based in a BDIAP Member Country (United Kingdom, Belgium, Ireland, The Netherlands)
- Residents
- Affiliates
- Allied Scientists
- Applications also invited from BDIAP Schools and from Bosnian Residents (via the Nermin Durakovic bursary).
Ordindary Members can apply for a Travel Grant to help support costs.
Apply for an IAP Congress Bursary
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026, 23:59 BST
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Other Bursaries with Rolling Deadlines
Innovation Grants
These are intended to assist study in other departments of Histopathology/Molecular Pathology in the UK or overseas.
Student Electives
A contribution for undergraduate (or equivalent) medical students to work in pathology departments in the UK or overseas.
Travel Grants
Support for overseas travel to further the aims of the BDIAP (eg attending meetings of other IAP divisions).
Please note that applications for bursaries with rolling deadlines need to be submitted at least 8 weeks before the proposed date of visit.
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