Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP)
BCU Business Services now include and replace our SME business support previously offered through BCU Advantage. Discover more.
What
Research and development (R&D) project support and part-funding
Who
SMEs and large businesses
When
Receiving applications now
Cost
Project specific¹
Partner with additional resource and expertise
Looking to launch a new project or find a business solution but lacking the man-power, specialist knowledge and funding?
A Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) with Birmingham City University (BCU) could give you the additional resources, expertise, and part-funding you need to plan and deliver success for your business venture.
What is a KTP?
A Knowledge Transfer Partnership, or KTP, is a research and development (R&D) collaboration between Innovate UK, a participating UK university and a UK SME or large business. With the hands-on support of a highly-skilled graduate, the knowledge and guidance of a leading university academic, and part-funding by Innovate UK, KTPs have been instrumental in driving business growth and innovation across the UK for over 40 years.
There are three KTPs available to UK businesses:
Classic Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP)
Focused on developing new or better products and services. They aim to drive product, service or process innovation.
Project length: 12-24 months.
Management KTP (mKTP)
Management Knowledge Transfer Partnerships are specifically targeted at increasing effectiveness and improving results through better management practices and strategic change.
Project length: 12-24 months.
Accelerated KT (AKT)
Short-term support to address innovation barriers, evaluate concepts and develop new business models.
Project length: 1-4 months.
SBS Insurance Services Paul Fairbrass, Technical Director
The [KTP] partnership has helped us bring jewellery replacement into the twenty-first century and has exceeded our expectations. We've almost doubled the size of our team and upskilled our insurance claim handlers.
C.Brandauer & Co LTD Rowan Crozier, CEO
We were very excited about the potential of the knowledge transfer partnership with Birmingham City University from the start and it soon became an important part of the company's future technical development.
Our KTP success stories
METCLOUD – AI and machine learning project boosts investor interest
Discover how a BCU KTP helped cybersecurity firm METCLOUD, design an AI defence surveillance system and secure global investment interest.
Hadley Group – Digital construction platform helps win £100m housing project
Find out how BCU’s KTP developed a digital construction platform that led to Hadley Group winning a multi-million pound deal.
Evac+Chair – Innovative product design transforms neonatal care
Find out how a BCU KTP helped a leading manufacturer of evacuation chairs and equipment design a world-leading g-force reduction trolly that revolutionised neonatal safety.
Why choose BCU for your KTP?
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1. Experienced providers
BCU has a strong history of delivering successful KTP projects. Since 2004, we’ve helped over 118 business secure funding for their projects (a success rate of 99%), delivering over £9.6 million in funds.
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2. Added value
Enhance revenue and profitability by exploring new markets and/or advancing product or business development. Over five years, typical KTP projects deliver an additional added value of £500k+ for a business through the impact the KTP solution creates.
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3. Access specialised industry knowledge
Access industry knowledge from experienced academic experts and specialists and KTP Advisors across different areas.
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4. Integrate fresh expertise and skills
Through your KTP Associate, you will be integrating fresh new practical skills and experience into your business. Many Associates continue to work with the business after completing the KTP, if the opportunity to become an direct employee of the business arises.
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5. Save money and cost
Develop and implement innovative solutions in a cost efficient manner. You could also qualify for a Research and Development (R&D) tax relief, improving your financial stability. BCU would not manage tax relief applications for you, but may recommend resources that could support you with this.
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6. A long-term impact
The positive impact of a KTP can be measured over 5 years, in addition to fast-tracked shorter term positive commercial impact during the project.
Enquire about BCU's KTP support
Send an enquiry and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss your needs.
KTP clients include:
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Probuild 360
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Hockley Mint
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Hadley Group
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MetCloud
