Expedition grants
RGS expedition grants fund original, challenging geographical fieldwork and research worldwide, supporting scientific discovery, local collaboration, and dissemination of new knowledge.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) (https://www.rgs.org)
Due Dates: January 8, 2027 (Gino Watkins Fund, Neville Shulman Challenge Award, Ran and Ginny Fiennes Award, Journey in Audio) | February 15, 2027 (RGS Explore Grants) | April 2, 2027 (Fieldwork Apprenticeships)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from £500 to £15,000 depending on the scheme; most expedition grants are £500–£5,000, with some larger awards available.
Summary: Expedition grants support ambitious geographical fieldwork and expeditions worldwide, fostering original exploration and research with local collaboration.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society (RGS) offers a comprehensive portfolio of expedition grants designed to support fieldwork, research, and exploration that advance geographical knowledge. These grants cover a wide range of topics and destinations, encouraging original projects with a strong element of challenge, meaningful local collaboration, and dissemination of findings. Funding is available for individuals and teams at various career stages, with specific schemes tailored to undergraduates, early-career researchers, and established explorers. The Society’s grants foster both scientific and cultural exploration, with opportunities to develop skills, receive mentorship, and share research outcomes widely.
