Fellowship Programmes
The University of Edinburgh's Fellowship Programmes support researchers and creative writers with resources and community to advance scholarship in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.
Funder: University of Edinburgh
Due Dates: October 2, 2026 (IASH/Traverse Creative Fellowship) | February 27, 2026 (Mid-career/senior fellowship) | February 28, 2027 (Early-career fellowship, annual deadline) | April 30, 2027 (Early-career fellowship, annual deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical stipends range from £12,000 (creative fellowships) for 10 months; other fellowships offer office space, library access, and community support (some are unfunded or have variable durations).
Summary: Visiting fellowships at IASH offer postdoctoral, mid-career, senior scholars, and creative writers the opportunity for focused research, writing, and collaboration in Edinburgh's vibrant academic community.
Description
The Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh offers a suite of fellowship programmes designed to support scholars in the arts, humanities, and social sciences at all career stages, including postdoctoral, mid-career, senior researchers, and creative writers (notably playwrights). Fellows are provided with a stimulating environment for independent research, access to university resources, and opportunities to engage with a diverse international community. The fellowships range from creative writing residencies (such as the IASH/Traverse Creative Fellowship) to research-focused posts for early-career and established academics, all set within the historic and collaborative context of IASH.
