Fulbright-Queen's University Belfast Scholar Award (Irish Studies)
Six-month Fulbright award for U.S. scholars to teach, research, and engage in Irish Studies at Queen's University Belfast, promoting academic and cultural exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026 (Full application & recommender letters, 5:00 PM EDT) | September 25, 2026 (Invitation letter upload, 5:00 PM EDT)
Funding Amounts: £3,000/month (~$4,000) for 6 months; $1,500 relocation stipend; dependent allowance up to $2,500; faculty accommodation may be available.
Summary: Six-month award for U.S. scholars to teach, research, and engage in Irish Studies at Queen's University Belfast, fostering academic and cultural exchange.
Key Information: Invitation letter is preferred (not required) but makes applications more competitive.
Description
This award supports a six-month residency at Queen's University Belfast in Northern Ireland, where the selected scholar will contribute to the field of Irish Studies through teaching, research, and community engagement. The scholar will deliver an Irish-related module, lead a graduate seminar, offer research seminars, and participate in interdisciplinary activities at the Institute of Irish Studies, the Seamus Heaney Centre, and/or the Mitchell Institute. The role also encourages public talks, mentoring, and collaboration with the host community, aligning with Fulbright’s mission to promote international understanding and academic collaboration.
