Student grants
The Royal Geographical Society offers annual grants to support student-led fieldwork and research projects that advance knowledge in geography and related fields.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (start of annual cycle) | April 2027 (end of annual cycle)
Funding Amounts: Typically £500–£6,000 per award; over 40 grants annually; most awards are £500–£2,500 for fieldwork, with select grants up to £6,000.
Summary: Annual funding for undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students to support fieldwork and research projects in geography and related fields.
Key Information: Candidates may only apply for one grant per annual cycle (October–April); projects must advance geographical knowledge.
Description
The Royal Geographical Society offers a portfolio of over 40 annual student grants supporting fieldwork and research in geography and related disciplines. Funding is available for undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students to undertake original research or field projects, with the aim of fostering practical learning and advancing geographical knowledge. The Society’s grants range from small awards for first-time fieldwork to larger grants for dissertation research or innovative postgraduate projects. The grants are highly competitive and designed to support a diverse range of geographical research topics and methodologies.
