Schemes
The British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship funds early-career researchers in the humanities and social sciences to conduct independent, publishable research over three years.
Funder: British Academy
Due Dates: September 30, 2026: Postdoctoral Fellowships full application deadline (UK institutional approval and applicant submission)
Funding Amounts: Three-year fellowship; covers 80% of salary and associated costs under Full Economic Costing (FEC)
Summary: Supports outstanding early-career researchers in the humanities and social sciences to pursue independent research and advance their academic careers.
Description
The British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship is a prestigious three-year award aimed at early-career researchers in the humanities and social sciences. The fellowship is designed to enable recipients to pursue independent research projects, complete significant publishable work, and integrate into the academic community, thereby strengthening their prospects for securing permanent academic posts. The scheme is funded by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) and is open to both UK and international scholars who meet specific eligibility criteria.
