Fantastic news for anyone looking to apply for a fellowship in the UK! For the British Academy Visiting Fellowships 2025, applications are now being accepted. Researchers from all around the world are welcome to apply for these fellowships, which allow them to do research at any UK higher education institution of their choice. This initiative, which is funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), provides up to £40,000 to cover travel, personal, and research expenses for a three- to six-month period, beginning in March 2025.
Postdoctoral researchers and independent scholars in the humanities and social sciences are eligible to apply for the fellowship, which offers a great chance to work with UK academics and expand international research networks. Don’t pass up this opportunity to advance your study in a global context.
Eligibility Criteria:
- International applicants are welcome to apply for the British Academy Fellowships 2025.
- Applicants must be postdoctoral fellows or possess comparable research experience.
- All candidates must be UK residents at the time of fellowship application.
- Those working outside of academia and independent scholars are also qualified.
- Permanent or fixed-term contracts are acceptable for fellows; however, fixed-term agreements must last for the duration of the fellowship.
- Before applying, candidates should get in touch with their UK host institution; the British Academy does not help with this procedure.
- The British Academy welcomes proposals from various UK universities, emphasizing support for individuals from low-income nations, underprivileged backgrounds, and female researchers.
Country: United Kingdom
Financial coverage: Partially Funded
Benefits:
- Funding for the British Academy Visiting Fellowships is available up to £40,000.
- Fellows are able to work together on projects and with scholars in the UK.
- It is possible to request up to £28,000 for personal expenditures, which can be broken down as follows: £15,000 for lodging and subsistence; £10,000 for research; and £3,000 for travel.
- This fellowship offers a fantastic chance to study and research in the UK in a global environment.
- Research will be carried out by fellows at a UK-based university or research facility.
Deadline: October 23, 2024
