The Warburg Institute Visiting Fellows scheme enables external scholars to conduct independent research in cultural, intellectual, and art history using the Institute’s collections and engaging with its academic community.
Funder: University of London - School of Advanced Study
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 | October 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: Non-funded; no stipend provided. Fellowships are honorary and may last up to 2 years.
Summary: Enables external scholars to conduct research at the Warburg Institute and engage with its academic community.
Key Information: Applicants must arrange their own funding; a limited number of fellows accepted each year.
The Visiting Fellows scheme at the Warburg Institute offers external scholars the opportunity to conduct independent research using the Institute’s renowned collections and participate in its vibrant academic environment. Fellows are expected to use the Institute’s intellectual resources, contribute to its scholarly life (e.g., through blog posts or presentations), and foster academic exchange. This is a non-funded, honorary fellowship designed to support researchers in fields aligned with the Warburg’s focus on cultural, intellectual, and art history.