The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships programme provides support for outstanding early-career researchers to make a first step towards developing an independent research career through gaining experience across international borders. Each award is expected to involve a specific and protected research focus with the award holder undertaking high-quality, original research.
This scheme is jointly run by the British Academy and the Royal Society.
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- 1 The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships Summary
- 2 The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships Details
- 3 The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships Eligibility Requirements
- 4 Subjects Covered
- 5 Fellowships Duration
- 6 Value of Award
- 7 How to Apply for the 2025 British Academy International Fellowships
- 8 Application Timelines
- 9 Receive the Latest Scholarship Updates through our Social Media Channels:
The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Study Abroad: Study in UK
- Category: Fellowships
- Host Institutions: The British Academy
- Funded by: The British Academy and the Royal Society
- Eligibility: International applicants | Researchers
- Fellowship Duration: 2 Years
- Reward: Fully funded with stipends, research, and relocation support for family
- Deadline: 18 Mar 2025 – 17:00 GMT
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The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships Details
The International Fellowships Programme enables researchers to work for two years at a UK institution with the aim of building a globally connected, mobile research and innovation workforce.
The overarching aim of the International Fellowships programme is to attract and retain emerging talent in the UK and build a globally connected, mobile research and innovation workforce. The objectives are to:
- Foster long-term relationships through networking opportunities and the International Fellowships alumni programme.
- Attract talented International early career researchers to establish and conduct their research in the UK;
- Support early career researchers to pursue high-quality and innovative lines of research;
- Provide opportunities to acquire and transfer new skills and knowledge through training and career development;
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The 2025 British Academy International Fellowships Eligibility Requirements
The applicant must:
- Have a PhD, or applicants in the final stages of their PhD will be accepted provided that the PhD will be completed (including viva) before the start date of the Fellowship. Confirmation of award of the PhD will be required before any Fellowship award is confirmed.
- Applicants should have no more than seven years of active full time postdoctoral experience at the time of application (discounting career breaks, but including teaching experience and/or time spent in industry).
- Be working outside the UK.
- Not hold UK citizenship.
- Be competent in oral and written English.
- Have a clearly defined and mutually-beneficial research proposal agreed with a UK host researcher.
Applicants should ensure that they meet all the eligibility requirements, which are explained in the scheme notes.
Subjects Covered
The International Fellowships are delivered by the following UK National Academies, and applicants should apply to their relevant Academy for support and in line with the following remits:
- British Academy – social sciences and humanities
- Royal Society – natural sciences, including biological research, biomedical sciences, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, and physics.
To apply through the British Academy, applicants should be intending to work in any aspect of the humanities or the social sciences. Outputs involving creative practice (e.g., musical composition and performance, visual practice, creative writing, and film making) are welcome but will be considered to fall within the British Academy’s remit only when they form part of an integrated project of critical or historical significance. For a full list, please see the below.
- Classical Antiquity
- Theology and Religious Studies
- Africa, Asia, and the Middle East
- Linguistics and Philology
- Early Modern Languages and Literatures to 1830
- Modern Languages, Literatures and Other Media from 1830
- Archaeology
- Medieval Studies
- Early Modern History to 1850
- Modern History from 1850
- History of Art and Music
- Philosophy
- Law
- Economics and Economic History
- Anthropology and Geography
- Sociology, Demography and Social Statistics
- Political Studies: Political Theory, Government, and International Relations
- Psychology
- Culture, Media, and Performance
- Education
- Management and Business Studies
If there is any doubt about the eligibility of a project, contact the International Team at overseas@thebritishacademy.ac.uk.
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Fellowships Duration
The International Fellowships offer support for two years.
Value of Award
- Research expenses of up to £12,000
- Relocation costs of up to £8,000.
- Follow-on Alumni funding following the tenure of their Fellowship
- The cost of the visa and any associated costs for the applicant and their dependents (e.g., including Immigration Health Surcharge costs) are eligible under this programme.
- In addition, the scheme will provide a wider programme of support and engagement for the International Fellowship award holders.
Applicants will need to justify the level of research expenses and relocation costs requested in their application. The follow-on Alumni funding is to support networking activities with UK-based or international researchers.
Award-holders will be able to apply via an accelerated route for a Global Talent Visa. For further information, see https://www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/international/global-talent-visas/
Please read our scheme guidance carefully before applying.
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How to Apply for the 2025 British Academy International Fellowships
- Review Eligibility Requirement: Before applying, review the eligibility requirements outlined by the British Academy to ensure that you meet them.
- Prepare Application Documents: Gather all required documents, which include a research proposal, CV, letters of support, and proficiency in English. Ensure that your research proposal is well-defined and aligns with the objectives of the fellowship scheme.
- Review and Submit Application: Complete the online application form through the British Academy’s application portal. See the link to apply below.
Please read the scheme guidance carefully for more information on how to apply.
Application Timelines
The application dates for this fellowship are as follows:
- Opening date: Tuesday, 21 January 2025
- Closing date: Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 17:00 GMT
- Expected results: August, 2025
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