British Academy/Wolfson Fellowships for Researchers in UK

The British Academy/Wolfson Fellowships are prestigious three-year awards designed to support UK-based early-career researchers in the humanities and social sciences. Offered by the British Academy in partnership with the Wolfson Foundation, these fellowships aim to foster exceptional research and public engagement. Applications are open until 14 December 2026, at 17:00 GMT. The British Academy/Wolfson Fellowships aim to support the next generation of leaders in research and public engagement within the humanities and social sciences. The fellowships provide researchers with the crucial resource of time by relieving them of certain day-to-day responsibilities, allowing them to advance their research. The program also includes funding for activities related to public engagement, travel, and mentorship. Recipients of the fellowship will receive a maximum of £140,000 over three years. This funding is intended to support research activities, public engagement, travel, and mentorship. The fellowship is not awarded on a Full Economic Costing basis.

Eligible applicants must:

Exemptions to the seven-year post-PhD requirement may be considered for reasons such as maternity leave, illness, or family commitments. Applicants should discuss these circumstances with the Academy before applying. The fellowship also welcomes applicants with equivalent experience to a PhD, such as those with significant professional or public engagement achievements. The fellowship supports research and public engagement activities within the humanities and social sciences. Applicants are expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate their research to a broad audience. This fellowship is crucial for early-career researchers looking to develop their research and public engagement skills. By providing financial support and freeing up time, the fellowship allows researchers to focus on innovative projects that can address rapid political and societal changes. For further inquiries, contact grants@thebritishacademy.ac.uk. Eligible researchers are encouraged to carefully review the official guidelines and prepare their applications accordingly. For more information and to apply, visit the British Academy’s website.