The British International Fellowships Programme provides researchers with the opportunity to work for three years at a UK institution to develop a globally connected, mobile research and innovation workforce.
The International Fellowships Programme supports outstanding early career researchers in developing an independent research career by gaining international experience.
The Goal: The International Fellowships Programme aims to attract and retain emerging talent in the UK while also creating a globally connected, mobile workforce in research and innovation. The goals are as follows:
Eligibility Requirements: The applicant must meet the following requirements-
Duration of Award: Applicants may apply for research expenses of up to £12,000 and relocation costs of up to £8,000. They will need to justify the level of research expenses and relocation costs requested in their application.
Applicants will also be eligible to receive follow-on alumni funding following the tenure of their Fellowship to support networking activities with UK-based or international researchers.
Subjects covered: The International Fellowships are delivered by the following UK National Academies, and each applicant is to apply to their relevant Academy for support and in line with the following remits:
For a full list, please see the below:
Duration and start of the fellowship: The British Academy International Fellowship is expected to commence between October 2023 and March 2024.
The Awards are expected to run for three years each. 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.
Award-holders will be able to apply via an accelerated route for a Global Talent Visa. For further information, check here.
Apply here.
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