One of the most anticipated fellowships, the British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship, is now open for the 2027 session. The British Council has announced the call for applications for its flagship research fellowship program and is seeking applications from outstanding early-career researchers from ODA recipient countries. A prestigious, fully funded fellowship in the UK, organized by the British Council, in partnership with the Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities at the University of Edinburgh, offers mid-career researchers from eligible countries a 10-month research stay at the institute.
The fellowship program was established to mark the British Council’s 90th anniversary and to promote research collaboration and knowledge exchange. The fellowship welcomes applications from researchers in the social sciences, arts, humanities, or related fields. Successful applicants will receive comprehensive support, including a stipend of £2,500 per month, travel support, dedicated office space, and access to the institute’s state-of-the-art facilities. No application fee is required; the application process is online via the official portal. Submit your application by July 31st, 2026. Learn more about the fellowship below.
Fellowship Focus
The program supports research aligned with the British Council’s vision, “a more peaceful and prosperous world built on trust.”
Research topics must be aligned with the following priority areas:
- Arts
- Education
- English Langauge
- International Development
- Peacebuilding and international development
- International Issues
- Cultural Relation
British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship Overview
- Country: United Kingdom
- Organized by: British Council & Edinburgh University
- Programme: British Council Research Fellowship
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Fellowship Dates: Janaury 2027 – December 2027
- Application Deadline: July 31st, 2026
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Fellowship Duration & Structure
The fellowship spans 12 months and is delivered in the following structure
- 10 months of research stay at the University of Edinburgh
- The remaining 2 months in the home countries focus on collaboration and knowledge exchange
Fellowship Coverage
- Successful fellows will recieve following support:
- Fellows will receive a monthly bursary of £2,500
- International air travel support to/from the UK
- Dedicated office space at the institute
- Access to institute facilities
Benefits
- Exposure to a world-class research environment
- Carry out research in world-class labs
- Participation in research seminars
- Mentorship and guidance from experts relevant to your research intent
- Expand your networks with researchers from multiple countries
- Strengthens your research profile
Who can Apply?
- Citizens of ODA in the recipient country where the British Council operates
- Applicants must have completed their PhD degree programme
- Early career researchers with excellent academic achievements and research experience
- Preference is given to individuals working in social sciences, arts, humanities, or education with research linked to culture relations, international development, and peacebuilding
Selection Criteria
The selection is based on the candidates
- Professional background/Academic record
- Research proposal that supports the British Council’s vision
- Commitment to knowledge exchange
Required Documents
- Online Application
- Research Proposal
- CV
- Cover letter
- Two Academic references
- Degree Certificate
Important Dates:
- Application Opens: May 5, 2026
- Deadline: July 31st, 2026
- Fellowship Period: January 202-December 2027
How to Apply?
The application process for the British Council Fellowship programme is online via offical IASH portal. Visit the offical link below and submit your online application by July 31st, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
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APPLY FOR BRITISH COUNCIL FELLOWSHIP 2027
