Horizon Europe
Explore information on the UK’s official Horizon Europe Hub to help guide you on your innovation journey.
Horizon Europe: what is it all about?
Unlocking opportunities for research and innovation
Horizon Europe is the world’s largest research and innovation programme running from 2021 until 2027, providing over £80 billion in funding to address some of the greatest global challenges. It supports groundbreaking ideas across various fields, from curing diseases to safeguarding cultural heritage. Horizon Europe offers a unique chance for cross-border collaboration, expanding the UK’s research connections, access to funding, networks, and global talent. Interested in learning more? Watch the video to discover how Horizon Europe can help transform your ideas into groundbreaking solutions.
Hosted by the UK Government and Innovate UK, this hub is a collaboration of experts from across the UK’s innovation ecosystem.
Is Horizon Europe right for you?
Empowering Researchers, Innovators, and Changemakers to turn ideas into reality
No matter your field – whether you’re a business, university, research institute, charity, or not-for-profit – you could be eligible to apply for Horizon Europe funding to advance your cutting-edge research or innovation, fostering lasting impact and meaningful change.
Horizon Europe is an opportunity for a wide range of UK organisations to transform ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes.
The UK’s association to Horizon Europe strengthens our relationship with Europe, opening up opportunities for European countries to gain access to a wider network of expertise and innovative solutions. We’re #HereToCollaborate.
CASE STUDIES
Impact stories
If you’re interested in how Horizon Europe has supported others, explore these success stories to discover how it has brought research and innovation to life.
Explore case studies
Check if your innovation fits within the pillars for funding
PILLAR 1
Excellent Science
Driving scientific excellence and supporting the EU’s position as a world leader in science.
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PILLAR 2
Global Challenges
Supporting research relating to societal and global challenges where academia, businesses, and any other type of organisation undertaking research and innovation, can come together to address these challenges.
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PILLAR 3
Innovative Europe
Informing potential applicants about the funding streams and connecting innovators across Europe.
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Widening participation and spreading excellence
Contributing to building research and innovation capacity and ensuring that all EU and associated countries, including those with less-developed research and innovation ecosystems, have equal opportunities to participate in and benefit from Horizon Europe’s funding and initiatives.
Related Events and Recordings
Tue
18
Mar
2025
Horizon Europe Showcase – Celebrating one year of association
09.30 - 17.00 | London
Register for this event
Thu
27
Feb
2025
Horizon Europe Hour: November 2024 - February 2025
14.00 - 12.00 GMT | Online
Register for this series
Review the application process
What are the steps? How long does it take? What resources are available to support your innovation? Explore everything you need to know to get started.
Navigating the process
Find out if you're eligible with our high-level criteria check list.
What are the high level eligibility criteria? Does your project or innovation meet the requirements? Are you prepared to apply? Find the answers here.
Check eligibility
SUPPORT
We are here to support you
Have you identified how your innovation aligns with the Horizon Europe programme? Now, let Innovate UK support you. From selecting the right opportunity to submitting your proposal, we’re here to guide you through every step of the process.
NEWSLETTER
Subscribe to the Horizon Europe Newsletter
Sign up to our Horizon Europe newsletter, for information on the programme, related news, events and funding, and connect to the right people for support.