Expedition grants
The Royal Geographical Society grants fund innovative fieldwork and research projects advancing geographical knowledge about environments, cultures, and peoples worldwide.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: April 2, 2027 (Fieldwork Apprenticeships) | January 8, 2027 (Journey in Audio) | January 8, 2027 (Gino Watkins Fund) | January 8, 2027 (Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award) | February 15, 2027 (RGS Explore Grants) | January 8, 2027 (Neville Shulman Challenge Award)
Funding Amounts: £500–£10,000 (typical range; higher amounts for select awards; duration and structure vary by scheme)
Summary: Supports original and challenging fieldwork, research, and expeditions that advance geographical knowledge worldwide.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society's expedition grants program offers a portfolio of competitive awards for researchers, students, and explorers undertaking fieldwork and expeditions globally. These grants are designed to support projects that advance understanding of the world’s environments, cultures, and peoples through original research, challenging journeys, and meaningful local collaboration. The program encompasses a variety of targeted schemes, each with specific aims, eligibility criteria, and funding levels—ranging from undergraduate fieldwork apprenticeships to substantial support for established researchers and ambitious expeditions.
