The Faculty of English and the Department of Anglo-Saxon Norse and Celtic (ASNC) at the University of Cambridge welcome 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.
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When is the Application Deadline:
- Expression of Interest (Faculty of English only):
5:00 pm BST, Monday 5 January 2026 - Internal Deadline for English & ASNC:
12:00 noon BST, Monday 26 January 2026 - British Academy Final Deadline:
Expected mid-March 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)
Tell Me About The Award:
The British Academy International Fellowship is a fully funded, two-year program designed to attract outstanding early-career researchers from around the world to conduct innovative research in the UK. Fellows work full-time at a UK host institution—in this case, the University of Cambridge (Faculty of English or the Department of Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic).
The fellowship enhances global research collaboration, provides academic mentorship, and supports fellows in building independent academic careers.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Humanities and Social Sciences fields supported by the Faculty of English or ASNC at Cambridge, including:
- English Studies
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Anglo-Saxon, Norse, and Celtic Studies
- Related humanities fields
Type:
- Fellowship (Fully Funded, Research-Based)
- Two-year full-time academic appointment
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Hold a PhD, or be in the final stages (viva completed before start date).
- Have no more than 7 years of full-time postdoctoral experience.
- Be working outside the UK at the time of application.
- Not hold UK citizenship.
- Be proficient in spoken and written English.
- Secure a permanent Cambridge faculty member to act as UK Sponsor and co-develop the research proposal.
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Quality and originality of the research proposal
- Academic track record and publication quality
- Strength of the collaboration with the UK Sponsor
- Potential for academic career development
- Alignment with the goals of the British Academy Fellowship scheme
- Departmental internal shortlisting prior to final submission
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All countries except the United Kingdom
(Applicants must be based outside the UK and must not hold UK citizenship.)
Where will the Award be Taken?
- University of Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Faculty of English
- Department of Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic (ASNC)
How Many Awards?
Not specified by Cambridge (British Academy typically awards a competitive limited number each year across all UK institutions).
What is the Benefit of the Award?
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
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Two years (24 months), full-time
How to Apply:
- Secure a Cambridge faculty member as your UK Sponsor.
- For the Faculty of English:
Send sponsor name + short project summary by 5 Jan 2026. - Submit all required documents by the 26 Jan 2026 internal deadline:
- 2-page CV
- Draft research proposal + title
- 1-page publication list
- Letter of support from UK Sponsor
- Wait for internal assessment and confirmation of departmental support.
- If selected, proceed to submit the full application to the British Academy by mid-March 2026.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
Check the official announcement and updates on the Cambridge English Faculty webpage.
