Ouseley Short-Term Research Fellowship
The Ouseley Short-Term Research Fellowship supports innovative research on Arabic, Persian, and related languages at the Warburg Institute, focusing on cultural transmission and interdisciplinary study.
Funder: University of London - School of Advanced Study
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: £3,000/month for 3 months (total £9,000); stipend paid in full upon arrival; fellowship tenure begins September 2026
Summary: Supports original research on Arabic, Persian, and related languages at the Warburg Institute, fostering scholarly engagement and cultural study.
Key Information: Not open to previous Warburg fellows; PhD required by start date; research must be grounded in Arabic/Persian sources.
Description
The Ouseley Short-Term Research Fellowship is designed to support scholars conducting research on Arabic, Persian, Hindustani, and other Oriental languages at the Warburg Institute in London. Fellows benefit from a dynamic intellectual environment, workspace, and opportunities to participate in seminars and contribute to the Institute’s blog. The Institute is internationally recognized for its work on cultural transmission and interdisciplinary collaboration, providing exceptional resources and scholarly networks. The fellowship is intended to empower researchers to pursue original projects that deepen understanding of the interaction of ideas, images, and society.
