Warwick Policy Institute
Welcome to the Warwick Policy Institute
The Warwick Policy Institute connects researchers with policymakers, public services, industry and civil society to turn research into policy impact. The Institute builds policy-engagement capacity across the University, fosters sustained partnerships, and creates accessible routes to Warwick's expertise, helping address local, national and international challenges through evidence, collaboration and innovation.
"Creating positive, real-world change through research is central to Warwick's mission. We believe this impact is strongest when knowledge is co-produced, bringing researchers together with policymakers, practitioners, communities and advocates to develop solutions that are both evidence-based and grounded in lived experience. Public policy provides a critical route to achieving this impact, influencing how societies are governed, resources are distributed and futures are shaped. From strengthening health services and supporting economic growth to preserving cultural heritage, Warwick research helps inform better policy and better outcomes. The Warwick Policy Institute will provide a hub for this collaborative work, fostering enduring relationships between researchers and policy partners, and enabling the co-production of innovative, evidence-informed responses to the challenges of today and tomorrow."
Professor Jon Coaffee, Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Director (Interim), Warwick Policy Institute
Warwick Researchers
Are you a researcher at the University of Warwick who already engages with policy professionals or who would like to find out more about it? Explore how the Warwick Policy Institute can support you. We are here to help!
Policy Professionals
Are you a public policy professional, working at the local, national or international level? Find out how engagement with Warwick's world-leading researchers can help you stay up to date with the latest research in your field.
Policy Fellowships
Our Fellowship scheme is now open!
The Warwick Policy Institute's Fellowship scheme aims to build an impactful, diverse network of policymakers and researchers focused on addressing real-world policy challenges.
These inward fellowships offer Warwick researchers, centres, groups, or departments the opportunity to host external stakeholders and collaborators from the policy domain in order to seed, sustain or enhance policy engagement activity.
Policy Opportunities Board
EVENT: Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Areas of Research Interest Event
Date/venue: 1:30-6pm, Thursday 12 November; UCL East Campus, London
Summary: Following the publication of DCMS’s refreshed list of Areas of Research Interest (ARIs), the event will focus on how researchers and DCMS can use the ARIs to strengthen and consolidate research partnerships.
EVENT: University of Warwick UKRI Policy Fellowships Visit
Date/venue: 2-4pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026, University of Warwick
Summary: The University of Warwick is hosting a two-part afternoon event to share information on the UKRI policy fellowships and to reflect on policy fellowships in Midlands research organisations.
FUNDING: British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme 2026 - Policy-Led
Deadline: 5pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026
Summary: The Fellowship enables a mutually beneficial partnership by providing early and mid-career researchers the opportunity to closely interact with FCDO and Cabinet Office policymakers directly in the heart of this government department’s work.
EVENT: Policy Impact for Researchers: Virtual Training Workshops
Date/venue: 9:30am-4:30pm, Thursday 3 December 2026 and Thursday 11 March 2027, online
Summary: Many researchers are keen to achieve real world impact with their research. But the idea of engaging with policy makers can be daunting. This workshop will explain how different parts of government fit together, how policy making works in practice and how your evidence can be best positioned to make a difference.
Warwick Policy Map
Coming Soon