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Application Forms

If your work falls within the remit of EPSRC and the HEC-WSI, you can now apply for ARCHER2 computing resources through one of the following forms, please refer HEC-WSI access modes to apply via proper mode.

Please note the ARCHER2 computing resources are granted on a fixed 6-month basis (January-June and July-December). Any resources applied for but not utilized within the given period will be forfeited and wasted.

 

To maximize resource usage and enhance support for research efforts, in addition to the regular Open Allocation, we also offer a Peak Call option. The Peak Call provides a quick-review and peak-usage approach towards the end of each 6-month period.

Open Allocation

A long-term application process for planned, large resource requirements
    • Application window: Always open.                
    • Review process: Result will be released within 1 month. For more detailed review process please visit Application advice
    • Requirement: Application should strictly follow each 6-month period usage (January-June and July-December). For projects spanning more than one period, separate applications are required. Suitable for large planned usage.

Peak Call

Release the remaining resources for short-period, peak usages.
    • Application window: Application only opens for the last 2 months of each half-year period (every May-Jun and Nov-Dec).
    • Resource allocation: Granted on a first-come, first-served basis, based on remaining resources.
    • Review process: Result will be released within 1-2 weeks. Resources are immediately available upon approval.
    • Requirement: Applicants must demonstrate their capability to utilize the applied resources within the timeframe in Application form – usage plan profile section.
    • Priority: Peak requests; quick reviewed. Excess applications can choose to be on the waiting list, the management team will contact when any resources available within the opening time window.

Peak call application form

The remaining resources 18,000 CUs are released for Nov – Dec 2024

Application form Peak call Form
Closing date 31 Dec ’24
Notes Up to 2-month peak project with for short-period peak usage

 

Open allocation application form

Currently Application are available for period:

  • 01/01 – 30/06  2025
  • 01/07 – 31/12  2025 if also apply for the previous period
Open Allocation Notes Application form
Porting & Benchmarking (PB) A 6-month project with a small  allocation for testing scalability PB Form
Code Development (CD) A 6-month project with a small allocation for improving software performance CD Form
Project Access (PA) A 6-month project with a large allocation for project runs PA Form
ECR A 6-month project dedicated allocation for early career researchers (ECRs) including training and support ECR Form

 

For additional guidance, please visit the Application Advice pages and/or the FAQ section.

​The HEC-WSI Support Team are also available to offer advice and assistance to any prospective users and can offer guidance as to what is the best route of access as well as provide assistance with completing the access application form(s).