The African Oxford Initiative (AfOx) Visiting Fellowship Program is now accepting applications from interested and qualified African researchers to collaborate with scholars at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom.
This program is designed to support exceptional researchers from Africa by providing the opportunity to build international networks and work on a project of their choice with Oxford-based collaborators.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Oxford, United Kingdom
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Category: Fellowships
- Eligible Country: Any African Country
- Reward: £1,000 Grant | Accommodation | Visa Fee
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: June 6, 2025
Scholarship Details
The AfOx Visiting Fellowship Program is offered in partnership with several key departments and centers at the University of Oxford, including:
- TORCH
- Oxford Department for International Development
- The Law Faculty
- The Mathematical Institute
- The Refugee Studies Centre
- The African Studies Centre
- Improving Equitable Access to Healthcare
- The Pandemic Sciences Institute (PSI)
Fellows will be affiliated with the University of Oxford for 12 months, consisting of:
- 10 months of virtual engagement, and
- 2 months of in-person residency in Oxford during Trinity term (April–June).
During the fellowship, each fellow will be associated with both a Department and a College within the university.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the AfOx Visiting Fellowship Program 2025, applicants must:
- Be a national of any African country, or have indefinite leave to remain in an African country
- Hold a position in an African university or research institution
- Be a legal resident in the country where their institution is based
Scholarship Benefits
Fellows will receive the following benefits:
- 12-month affiliation with the University of Oxford
- 10 months of virtual access to Oxford’s resources, including libraries and research support
- 2-month in-person visit to Oxford with:
- En-suite, single-occupancy study bedroom
- Temporary University card for building access
- Membership to the host college’s Senior Common Room
- Return economy flight ticket
- Airport transfer
- Visa fee coverage
- Maintenance allowance of up to £250 per week during residency
- £1,000 Catalyst Grant to support collaborative research development
How to Apply
To apply for the African Oxford Initiative Visiting Fellowship Program 2025:
- Visit the fellowship application webpage
- Submit your application before the June 6, 2025 deadline
- Wait for feedback from the selection committee
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