The British Academy foreign Fellowship provides essential foreign exposure to outstanding early career scholars as they begin their journey toward independent research. The goal of this two-year initiative is to draw and keep international talent in the UK while fostering a mobile and interconnected research community. Qualified applicants are invited to apply to the University of Cambridge’s Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CRASSH). The main objective of the fellowship is to attract skilled foreign researchers to the UK in order to develop a robust research and innovation workforce. Through networking and the International Fellowships alumni network, it helps them create long-term professional ties, acquire and share new skills through training, and pursue high-quality, original research.
Eligibility Criteria :
- possess a PhD or be nearing completion, with the degree (including viva) completed prior to the Fellowship’s start date. Prior to the award being confirmed, proof of PhD completion is needed.
- possess, at the time of application, no more than seven years of full-time postdoctoral research experience. Teaching or work experience is included, but career breaks are not.
- be employed outside of the United Kingdom at the moment.
- lack UK citizenship.
- Show off your proficiency in both written and spoken English.
- Present a clear, mutually beneficial research proposal that was created in collaboration with a host researcher located in the United Kingdom.
United Kingdom is the host nation.
Category of Program: Fellowship
All nationalities are welcome to apply.
Benefits include full funding, £8,000 for relocation assistance, and £12,000 for research expenses.
IELTS is not necessary for the English test.
Benefits :
- The International Fellowships are awarded at 80% of the full economic cost (FEC) and last for two years.
- Up to £12,000 may be requested by applicants to pay for their research.
- Additionally, candidates may qualify for relocation assistance up to £8,000.
- The application must provide a clear justification for all requested relocation and research expenses.
Deadline: January 5, 2026
