Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust
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- Where they fund
- University of Cambridge
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Email application
- Decisions
- Bi annually
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cpes.org.ukAbout Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust
The Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust advances public education and rigorous research in political economy. Founded to challenge orthodox economic thinking, it values empirical rigour, methodological pluralism, and interdisciplinary perspectives. The Trust funds projects that foster critical analysis and policy-relevant scholarship, prioritising work that addresses real-world economic dynamics through evidence-based approaches. Its funding character is marked by a commitment to heterodox alternatives and interdisciplinary solutions to economic-social crises. The Trust focuses its support on Cambridge-based applicants and activities that disseminate findings through outlets such as the Cambridge Journal of Economics.
What Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust funds
The Trust funds research projects in heterodox economics, policy analysis, interdisciplinary economic studies, methodological innovation, and historical analysis of economic thought. Activities include supplementary research support for dissertation completion, emergency aid for fieldwork or data analysis, and dissemination through publications in the Cambridge Journal of Economics and related outlets. Applied studies on economic inequality, labour markets, regional economies, and the societal impacts of policy are prioritised. The Trust also supports training in pluralistic economic methodologies and collaborative initiatives such as research competitions with university journals and centres. All funded work must be based at the University of Cambridge.
Who can apply
The Trust supports postgraduate researchers, including PhD students, and academic staff who are based at the University of Cambridge. Beneficiaries include early-career scholars working on critical economic themes such as inequality, labour markets, and regional economies. The Trust prioritises applicants who embody realism, paradigm-challenging critique, and policy-engaged innovation. It welcomes unsolicited applications from individuals whose research aligns with the Trust's focus on heterodox and interdisciplinary political economy.
What Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust doesn't fund
The Trust does not fund abstract theoretical work detached from empirical reality, organisational core costs, capital projects, mainstream orthodox economics, or generalist social services. Projects outside the critical heterodox scope of political economy are not supported. Applicants must be Cambridge-based, so non-Cambridge applications are not considered.
How they like to fund
The Trust provides project-based funding for specific research activities, including dissertation completion, fieldwork, data analysis, and publication support. It welcomes unsolicited applications and occasionally collaborates with university journals and centres on research competitions. Funding is intended to supplement existing research costs rather than cover core organisational expenses.
How much does Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust give?
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How to apply to Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust
Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust takes applications via email application.
- Decisions are typically bi annually.
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How much funding does Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust provide?
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Where does Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust fund charities?
Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust funds charities operating in University of Cambridge.
Does Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust accept unsolicited applications?
Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust?
Cambridge Political Economy Society Trust takes applications via email application. Decisions are typically bi annually.
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