British Council 90th Anniversary Research Fellowships
A year-long fellowship at IASH, University of Edinburgh, for early-career researchers from ODA countries to conduct humanities research aligned with British Council priorities and promote knowledge exchange.
Funder: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: £2,500/month for 12 months (total £30,000) plus travel; 2 fellowships/year; 10 months in residence at Edinburgh, up to 2 months in home country
Summary: 12-month postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Edinburgh for early-career researchers from ODA-recipient countries, focused on research and knowledge exchange aligned with British Council priorities.
Key Information: Applicants must secure a University of Edinburgh mentor and be based in an eligible ODA country where the British Council operates.
Description
The British Council 90th Anniversary Research Fellowships, in partnership with the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh, support early-career postdoctoral researchers from Official Development Assistance (ODA)-recipient countries where the British Council is active. Each year, up to two fellows are selected for a 12-month program: ten months in residence at IASH, Edinburgh, followed by up to two months in their home country for knowledge exchange and dissemination in collaboration with the British Council.
The fellowship aims to foster research that aligns with the British Council’s vision of building global trust and prosperity. Research topics are expected to relate to arts, education, English language, international relations, cultural diplomacy, or other British Council strategic priorities. Fellows receive academic mentoring, participate in a vibrant scholarly community, and engage in professional development and networking activities.
