Want to experience cutting-edge research in one of the most reputable institutes in the United Kingdom? Well, here is an opportunity—applications are open for the British Council 90th Anniversary Research Fellowships 2026. British Council, in collaboration with the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities at the University of Edinburgh, is offering prestigious research fellowships to outstanding early-career researchers from ODA recipient member countries.
The duration of the fellowship is 12 months; the fellows will spend the first 10 months at the University of Edinburgh, and the remaining 2 months in their home countries, focusing on knowledge exchange in collaboration with the British Council. The fellowship offers an exciting opportunity to conduct advanced research in one of the UK’s Leading institutions.
The British Council fellowship offers a wide range of benefits that include a competitive stipend of £2,500/month, Travel expenses, Library access, one-on-one mentorship with other perks and benefits. The fellowship supports the research that is aligned with British Council’s areas of interest, which are international relations and soft power, international development and peacebuilding, and cultural relations and cultural diplomacy.. The fellowship will begin in January 2026. No Application fee is associated with this fellowship. Below you can find more details on the British Council Research Fellowship.
British Council UK 90th Anniversary Fellowship 2026 Overview
- Country: United Kingdom
- Institute: University of Edinburgh
- Duration: 1 Year
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Commencing Date: January 2026
- Application Deadline: July 28th, 2025
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Fellowship Benefits
- Fellows will receive a Bursary of £2,500 per month for 1 Year
- A dedicated office space at the University of Edinburgh
- Access to the Edinburgh Library and other facilities
- A dedicated mentor from an area relevant to the fellow’s research interests
- Weekly lunch to build a strong community
- Seminar series to bring new ideas
- Participation in the funded workshops, colloquia at the institute
Research Focus Areas
The fellowship is intended to support research that is aligned with the British Council’s mission. The key focus areas are:
- Arts and culture
- English
- International Relations
- Soft Power
- International Development
- Peace building
- Cultural relations
- Cultural diplomacy
- Education
- Read more about the purpose outlined in their strategy
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates fulfilling the following criteria are eligible to apply:
- Applicants belonging to ODA-recipient countries can apply
- Applicants who have completed their PhD between 2018 and 2025
- Should not hold a permanent academic position at the institute
- Previously not participated in the IASH fellowship
- Applicants with short-term or temporary academic roles in the institute can apply.
ODA Recipient Countries
Applicants from the following counties are eligible for the fellowship.
- Africa: Algeria, Botswana, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Libya, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
- Asia: Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Lebanon, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Syria, Thailand, Türkiye, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, and Yemen.
- Europe: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Ukraine.
- Latin America and the Caribbean: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela.
- Palestinian Territories
Application Materials
- Application form
- An Updated CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Research Proposal
- References
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How to Apply for the British Council Research Fellowship 2026?
The Application process is online via the official IASH portal. Visit the official link below for more details and the application. All applications need to be submitted before July 28th, 2025 – Incomplete or late applications won’t be entertained.Â
BRITISH COUNCIL FELLOWSHIP OFFICIAL LINK
