Applications are now open for the Global South Fellowship Program 2026-2027 at the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom.
This fully funded fellowship offers early-career researchers from the Global South the chance to spend up to three months at the University of Birmingham. It helps them gain international research experience, build global partnerships, and develop their academic careers. The program is especially interested in fields like education access and equity, global health, and sustainability, but there is some flexibility.
The fellowship is fully funded with travel support and a monthly stipend. There is no application fee.
Key Details:
- Host University: University of Birmingham, UK (in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
- Fellowship Duration: Up to 3 months (between July 2026 and June 2027)
- Application Deadline: 29 May 2026
- Results Announced: 25 June 2026
- Target Group: Early-career researchers from the Global South
- Application Fee: No application fee
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What This Fellowship Offers:
- Travel expenses up to £850
- Monthly stipend of £1,500 for up to three months to cover living costs and accommodation
- Valuable experience in research, training, and academic administration at a top UK university
- Opportunities to build international research collaborations and long-term partnerships
Eligibility Criteria:
- You must be an early-career researcher from a university in the Global South
- You must have completed a PhD (Doctorate)
- “Early-career” is flexible and depends on your field and experience
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Priority Research Areas:
- Education Access and Equity
- Global Health
- Sustainability and Climate Action
Other related fields may also be considered.
How to Apply:
- Search the University of Birmingham staff directory to find a suitable academic host.
- Contact the potential host directly to discuss your research and request their support.
- Submit your application online before the deadline.
