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St Andrews Global Fellowship Scheme 2026/27

University of St. Andrews
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Duration:01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
Application Deadline:01 Mar 2026

Dear Faculty, Researchers & PhD Scholars,

We are pleased to share an excellent opportunity: the University of St Andrews Global Fellowship Scheme 2026/27. This fully funded fellowship invites distinguished international scholars for up to one month of in-person research visits (Aug 2026–Jul 2027) combined with year-round online engagement to foster research collaborations and knowledge exchange.

Key Details:

  • Program Name: University of St Andrews — Global Fellowship Scheme 2026/27
  • Application Period: Currently open — closes on Monday, 2 March 2026 (17:00 GMT)
  • Program Duration: Up to 4 weeks (one in-person visit between 1 Aug 2026 and 31 Jul 2027) + online engagement during 2026/27
  • Mode: Short research visit at the University of St Andrews (Scotland) with institutional engagement

Eligibility

  • Open to established scholars and emerging academic leaders across all disciplines (STEM, Humanities, Social Sciences, etc.).
  • Applicants must hold an academic or research position, or be an active PhD researcher.
  • Demonstrated research record and outputs (publications, impact, or equivalent).
  • Research proposal should align with the interests of a St Andrews school or faculty and include a named potential host/collaborator.
  • No institutional nomination from IITM is required — applicants apply directly to St Andrews.

Funding & Benefits:

  • Visit stipend during the in-person stay.
  • Return economy airfare (covered).
  • Self-catered single-room accommodation on campus.
  • Airport pick-up/drop-off and dedicated support from the St Andrews Global Office.
  • Access to university facilities, libraries, and networking opportunities with St Andrews faculty and students.

Application Process :

Timeline

  • Deadline: 2 March 2026 (17:00 GMT)
  • Results: Expected May–June 2026
  • Visit Window: 1 Aug 2026 – 31 Jul 2027 (dates can agreed with host)

Required Documents

  • Updated CV (research focus)
  • Completed 2026–27 application form
  • Research proposal (1–2 pages: objectives, fit with St Andrews, expected outcomes)
  • Details of proposed St Andrews host/faculty and preferred visit dates
  • Optional: letter of support from proposed collaborator

Selection Process

  • Applications undergo internal review and shortlisting by St Andrews.
  • Successful applicants may be asked for further clarification or interviews (if applicable).
  • Final selection communicated in May/June 2026 (expected).

Following Selection

  • Awardees will receive formal visit support from the St Andrews Global Office (logistics, accommodation assistance).
  • Post-selection, the fellow may need to complete any institutional forms required by St Andrews for visiting researchers.
  • Visa, travel and insurance advice will be provided as needed; awardees are responsible for completing visa applications (if required).

Terms and Conditions:

  • The fellowship requires online engagement during 2026/27 and one in-person visit of up to 4 weeks within the visit window.
  • Award benefits listed by St Andrews are subject to the Global Office’s terms and usual academic conditions.
  • Awardees may be required to submit a short report on outcomes following their visit.

How to Apply:

Submit the completed application form, CV and proposal by email to globalfellows@st-andrews.ac.uk before the deadline. For full program details see the official page: St Andrews Global Fellowship Scheme.

Contact:

For program enquiries: globalfellows@st-andrews.ac.uk
For IITM support: Arvindhan R B K, Project Associate, Office of Global Engagement, IIT Madras — Tel: 044 2257 8853 — arvindhan@ge.iitm.ac.in

Please share with eligible colleagues. Direct applications are encouraged.