Applications are now open for the British Council UK 90th Anniversary Fellowship 2027 at the University of Edinburgh. This fully funded fellowship is open to international researchers from eligible countries worldwide. The fellowship will run for 12 months, beginning in January 2027.
Selected fellows will spend the first 10 months conducting research at the University of Edinburgh and the final two months in their home countries working on knowledge exchange activities in collaboration with the British Council. There is no application fee, and all major expenses are covered by the program.
Fellowship Overview
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Location: Edinburgh
- Host Institution: University of Edinburgh
- Program Type: Fully Funded Fellowship
- Duration: 12 Months
- Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
About the Fellowship
The British Council 90th Anniversary Research Fellowship is designed for early-career international researchers in the humanities and social sciences. The program is organized in partnership with the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh.
The fellowship supports:
- Interdisciplinary research
- International collaboration
- Cultural exchange
- Academic engagement
- Knowledge sharing and policy impact
Participants will become part of the IASH scholarly community and gain access to academic mentoring, research facilities, and networking opportunities.
Financial Benefits
The fellowship covers:
- Monthly stipend of £2,500
- Travel expenses
- Desk space and research facilities
- Full library access
- Academic mentoring
- Weekly fellows’ lunches
- Visits to British Council offices
- Professional networking opportunities
Research Areas
The fellowship supports research projects related to:
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Cultural Studies
- Literature
- History
- Politics
- Philosophy
- Media and Communication
- International Relations
- Cultural Diplomacy
Research proposals should align with the British Council’s mission of promoting international understanding, cultural relations, and global collaboration.
Eligible Countries
Applicants must be based in an ODA-recipient country where the British Council operates. Eligible countries include:
Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Ukraine, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and several others.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be from an eligible country
- Hold a PhD or equivalent research qualification
- Have completed their doctoral viva before the deadline
- Be within seven years of completing their PhD
- Demonstrate a strong academic and research background
- Submit an independent research proposal
- Be available to stay in Edinburgh during the fellowship period
Preference may be given to applicants who have not previously studied in the UK or another non-ODA country.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit:
- Completed application form
- CV
- Research proposal
- Cover letter
- Two or three confidential references
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official IASH fellowship portal. Applicants are advised to carefully review the eligibility requirements, subject focus, and application instructions before applying.
VISIT BRITISH COUNCIL FELLOWSHIP PAGE TO APPLY
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