The Bithell Fellowship funds 3–6 months of research in German Studies at the University of London’s ILCS, supporting academic engagement and research dissemination.
Funder: University of London - School of Advanced Study
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (full application and references deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to £7,500 for 3–6 months; intended as a contribution to living expenses during the fellowship period.
Summary: Supports a researcher in German Studies to spend 3–6 months at ILCS, engaging in research and academic life with access to Institute resources.
The Bithell Fellowship in German Studies provides funding for a researcher to spend three to six months at the Institute of Languages, Cultures and Societies (ILCS), University of London, during the academic year. The fellowship is designed to support research in the literature, language, and culture of German-speaking countries, and is open to scholars from the UK and overseas. Fellows have access to the Institute’s library, archives, office space, and are encouraged to participate in academic events and the intellectual community. Fellows are expected to present their research, contribute to seminars or conferences, deposit work in the open-access repository, and engage with the Institute’s blog. A brief report on research progress is required at the end of the fellowship.