[Royal Geographical Society](https://www.rgs.org)

November 2026 (projected)

£12,500 annual award; typically one award per year.

Supports challenging and inspiring expeditions focused on aquatic environments to advance geographical knowledge through fieldwork.

--- ## Description The Ralph Brown Expedition Award is an annual grant from the Royal Geographical Society aimed at supporting expeditions that focus on aquatic environments, including marine, freshwater, or other water-based settings. The award is designed to encourage ambitious and inspiring geographical journeys that advance understanding of aquatic environments through fieldwork and expeditionary research. Projects funded by this award should demonstrate both scientific value and a commitment to challenging fieldwork in aquatic contexts. --- ## Due Dates - **Next anticipated deadline:** November 2026 (projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Annual award of £12,500** - Typically one award is made each year to a single expedition or project. --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals or teams planning expeditions that focus **exclusively on aquatic environments** (marine, freshwater, or other water-based settings). - Expeditions must be challenging and contribute to geographical knowledge through original fieldwork. - Applicants do **not** need to be members of the Royal Geographical Society to apply. - No nationality restriction is specified, but applicants should demonstrate the capacity for successful fieldwork and research. - Academic affiliation is not required, but expeditions should have clear research objectives and robust planning. --- ## Application Process - Applications are typically submitted via the Royal Geographical Society’s online portal or by email. - Prepare a detailed expedition proposal, including: - Project objectives and significance - Research plan and methodology - Team composition and relevant experience - Budget and justification for funding - Risk assessment and ethical considerations - Refer to the [Ralph Brown Expedition Award webpage](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/research-grants/ralph-brown-expedition-award/) for current forms and specific instructions. - Contact the Society’s grants office for clarification or additional guidance if needed. --- ## Additional Information - The award is highly competitive and seeks to fund expeditions that are both scientifically valuable and logistically ambitious. - Preference is given to projects that offer new insights into aquatic environments and demonstrate the potential for significant fieldwork outcomes. - Recipients are expected to submit a report and share findings with the Society after the expedition. --- ## External Links - [Royal Geographical Society Grants Program Overview](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/expedition-grants) - [Ralph Brown Expedition Award Details](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/research-grants/ralph-brown-expedition-award/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-------------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | [enquiries@rgs.org](mailto:enquiries@rgs.org) | | Phone | +44 (0)20 7591 3000 | | Contact Page| [RGS Contact Us](https://www.rgs.org/about-us/contact-us/) | ---

Ralph Brown Expedition Award

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