British Academy Mid-Career Fellowships

This fellowship supports outstanding scholars in the humanities and social sciences to dedicate time to major research projects. It gives mid-career researchers relief from teaching or administrative duties so they can focus fully on research and public engagement.

What You Get

• Funding for 6 to 12 months to concentrate on one major piece of work
• Covers up to 80% of the total research cost under Full Economic Costing
• Salary capped (maximum ~£80,000) plus funds for research costs
• Maximum total award up to ~£152,000

Who Can Apply

• Scholars based at UK-higher education or research institutions
• Those who have already made significant contributions in their field and can communicate research to general audiences
• Typically within 15 years of earning a doctorate or first academic appointment; allowances made for career breaks

What’s Expected

• A strong proposal for research that combines academic rigor + public engagement
• Clear plan for communicating research outcomes beyond academia
• Use of the fellowship period to produce significant outputs

Timeline

• Scheme opens early July; deadline in mid-August
• Earliest projects can start from 1 September 2026