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BRITISH ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP 2026-2028

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Application Deadline: 5pm BST on Monday 5 January 2026

LOCATION: England

The Faculty of English and Department of Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic (ASNC) at the University of Cambridge welcomes applicants for consideration for the British Academy International Fellowship scheme.

The British Academy International Fellowship is a two-year initiative aimed at attracting and retaining emerging talent in the UK to create a globally connected and mobile research workforce. This program seeks to draw talented international early-career researchers to conduct their research in the UK, support them in pursuing high-quality and innovative projects, and provide opportunities for career development.

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants should ensure that they meet the following requirements:

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 the 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. Important:  A Faculty member is needed to act as the ‘UK Sponsor’ for the application and must work with the lead applicant to develop the project proposal. The sponsor will provide mentoring, support and guidance throughout the duration of the Fellowship. Please note that your UK sponsor in the chosen department must be consulted prior to the internal deadline and must have agreed to support the development of your project proposal and application. Please ensure your sponsor has read the relevant scheme notes. Sponsors should be permanent faculty employed members of staff (normally assistant professors, associate professors or professors). Please contact ajm325@cam.ac.uk if you are unsure of the status or eligibility of your potential sponsor.

Applicants should ensure that they meet all the eligibility requirements, which are explained in the scheme notes. The 2026 scheme notes will be published shortly; however, you may wish to review the 2025 scheme notes. Please read these carefully.

BENEFIT:

Earlier rounds of the fellowship typically include:

Full-time salary funded through the host university

Research funding for project-related travel, materials, and activities

Relocation support

Visa cost support

Full academic integration, mentorship, and training opportunities

Access to world-class research facilities at Cambridge

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UN OHCHR MINORITIES FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2026

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Application Deadline: 31 January 2026, at 23:59 (Geneva time)

LOCATION: Switzerland

Launched in 2005, the Minorities Fellowship Programme (MFP) is OHCHR’s most comprehensive training programme for human rights defenders from national, ethnic, religious, and linguistic minority groups.

By the end of the programme, fellows will gain a general understanding of the United Nations system, international human rights instruments, and mechanisms, with a particular focus on minority rights.

The MFP also serves as an opportunity for human rights activists to broaden their network by building strategic partnerships with activists from around the world, the United Nations, and relevant Geneva-based NGOs.

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants must belong to a national, ethnic, linguistic, or religious minority group. Applicants not belonging to minority groups will not be considered, even if they have close ties with minority communities or organizations.

Note: Indigenous applicants should apply to the Indigenous Fellowship Programme, which has a separate application process.

Formal education is not a prerequisite, provided relevant experience is demonstrated. Applicants must have the ability, willingness, and opportunity to train others in their community or organization upon returning. They must also have a good working knowledge of the language in which the programme is conducted.

Candidates should be proposed and supported by their organization or community.

Ideally, the sponsoring organization:

Has a firm constituency or membership within the minority group.

Represents minority issues.

Undertakes work related to minority issues.

It is composed of persons belonging to minorities.

The goal of the MFP is to equip minority individuals with knowledge and skills in international human rights to help their communities protect and promote human and minority rights. Candidates should return to their NGO or community to work in this field.

Application forms are available in English, Russian, and Arabic. Both parts I and II of the form must be completed and accompanied by an official recommendation letter from the nominating organization or community. Only fully completed applications will be considered.

The deadline for applications is 31 January 2026, at 23:59 (Geneva time). We encourage you to submit your application well before the deadline. Applications must include a recommendation letter, uploaded directly onto the online form.

BENEFIT:

The programme is offered in three languages: English, Russian, and Arabic, and takes place in Geneva, Switzerland. Fellows are entitled to:

A return economy class ticket from their country of residence to Geneva.

Basic health insurance for the duration of the programme.

A stipend to cover modest accommodation and living expenses.

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