The British Council, in partnership with the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh, has announced applications for the 2027 British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship Program for qualified candidates from developing countries.
The British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship is a fully funded opportunity that covers travel expenses, monthly stipend, library access, academic mentoring, and several other benefits for selected fellows in the United Kingdom.
Program Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Institution: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH), University of Edinburgh
- Category: Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | £2,500 Monthly Stipend | Travel Expenses | Library Access | Academic Mentoring | Weekly Lunch
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: July 31, 2026
Program Details
Applications are now open for the 2027 British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship at the University of Edinburgh. The fellowship was established through a partnership between the British Council and the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) to commemorate the British Council’s 90th anniversary.
The program is designed to support researchers whose work aligns with the British Council’s vision of building “a more peaceful and prosperous world built on trust.” Selected fellows will become part of a vibrant academic community at IASH while carrying out independent research projects connected to global development, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
The fellowship also encourages engagement with the British Council during the fellowship period, including visits to British Council offices and participation in activities related to knowledge sharing and dissemination.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be from an ODA-recipient country
- Hold a PhD or possess equivalent research experience
- Have been awarded a doctorate at the time of application
- Demonstrate a strong academic and research background
- Propose an independent research project
- Be available to stay in Edinburgh during the fellowship period
Program Benefits
Successful applicants of the British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship will receive:
- £2,500 stipend per month
- Full travel expenses
- Desk space and office facilities
- Library access
- Academic mentoring
- Access to IASH scholarly community
- Weekly lunch opportunities
- Visits to British Council offices
- Knowledge exchange opportunities in home countries
Duration
- Fellows will spend the first 10 months at IASH in Edinburgh
- Up to 2 additional months may be spent in their home countries for dissemination and knowledge exchange activities in collaboration with the British Council
Required Documents
To apply for this fellowship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal
- Cover letter
- Confidential references (minimum of two and maximum of three)
How to Apply
To apply for the British Council 90th Anniversary Fellowship:
- Visit the official fellowship application webpage
- Apply online through the IASH fellowship portal
- Upload all required documents before the deadline
- Kindly wait for feedback from the selection committee
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