The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) scheme is a UK-wide programme that has been helping businesses to innovate and grow for over 45 years.
- Established in 1975, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) are one of the world’s leading knowledge transfer mechanisms.
- A unique and innovative programme that helps organisations gain access to the best UK academic knowledge, expertise, and technology.
- Businesses form a strategic partnership with an academic institution to develop new products or services, expand markets, and improve efficiency or organisational performance. KTPs can transform organisations looking to address a core strategic challenge.
- A KTP is a three-way partnership between a UK registered business, a UK Knowledge Base (such as ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥) and a suitably qualified graduate (known as the KTP Associate) with the capability to lead a strategic project.
- This partnership embeds vital new expertise, stimulates business growth and powers innovation excellence. Knowledge is developed and transferred into the business by the Associate, who is employed by ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ but works at the business.
- Partnerships vary in length between 12 and 36 months, and require a connection to the longer term strategic intent of the business.
- KTP projects are part-funded by a government grant. The business makes a cash contribution for the remaining project cost, with SMEs contributing 33% and large businesses 50% per annum.
- KTP applications have a high chance of being successful, with approximately 80% being awarded.
ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ has a wealth of experience with the KTP scheme. Our dedicated team is here to guide you through the entire process: from the initial idea, to application preparation and submission, recruitment of the KTP Associate and management of the project throughout its duration.