About the Program:

The British Academy, in partnership with the Department of Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has launched the Innovation Fellowships scheme. This scheme aims to support early-career and mid-career researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to collaborate with organizations and businesses in various sectors to address challenges requiring innovative solutions.

Through the Innovation Fellowships, our researchers in the SHAPE community will be supported to create new and deeper links beyond academia, so enabling knowledge mobilisation and translation, as well as individual skills development.

Routes and Partnerships:

The Innovation Fellowships scheme offers two routes: Route A, which is Researcher-led, and Route B, which is Policy-led. The current call is for Route B, in collaboration with the FCDO, which has specific research needs and operates in a context where timely access to evidence-based analysis is crucial for success.

Areas of Focus:

The Academy and FCDO are inviting applications for Fellowships in the following areas:

1. India
2. The politics of energy transition and climate change in Africa
3. The role of technology in shaping citizen-state relations in Africa

Application Details:

• Application Deadline: 27 November 2024– 17:00 GMT

• Starting period of award: Between 1 January 2025 and 31 March 2025
• Duration of award: 12 months
• Level of award: Up to £120,000 for 12 months (with Full Economic Costing at 80%)

Read more and apply.

Application Details

• Location: Bologna, Italy
• Posted Date: July 27, 2024
• Application Deadline: August 7, 2024

Steps to Submit the Application:

1. Log in to Studenti Online.
2. Select “Admission application,” then “PhD programme,” and click “Next.”
3. Choose the PhD program you intend to apply for.
4. Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.
5. Pay the €5 admission fee using the PagoPA system
6. Click on “Submit.”

Important Note: Applications must be fully completed and submitted by the deadline to be considered.

Scholarships

• Economics: The yearly gross scholarship amount is €16,243.
• Management and Political and Social Sciences: The yearly gross scholarship amount is €17,805.

These scholarships are fully funded and provide a comprehensive stipend to support students throughout their PhD studies.

How to Apply:

Apply here

The Young Leaders Programme is a 1-year full-time fellowship consulting program in Lagos. As a YLP fellow, individuals will join McKinsey’s Lagos office and become key members of consulting teams, working directly with clients to drive impactful solutions. The program is designed for those passionate about consulting and eager to contribute to Africa’s growth, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the industry and emerge as future leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Collaborate in teams of 3-5 consultants, actively participating in all stages of client projects.
• Analysis & Recommendations: Gather and analyze data, develop and test hypotheses, and create actionable recommendations.
• Presentation & Implementation: Present findings to clients and work alongside client teams to implement recommendations.
• Skill Development: Receive top-tier training and ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

Successful completion of the YLP may lead to a full-time business analyst role with the office, contingent upon performance.

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: For West African graduates who have completed or are about to start their mandatory national youth service.
• Education: Undergraduate or master’s degree.
• Experience: Less than 3 years of work experience
• Achievements: Outstanding academic record and demonstrated leadership through extracurricular activities or work experience.
• Skills: Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities, effective communication of complex ideas in English (both verbally and in writing), and strong teamwork capabilities.

Interested in knowing more – register for our YLP Information session on August 6th.

Deadline: August 16th

Industries Served

• Agriculture
• Automotive & Assembly
• Capital Projects & Infrastructure
• Chemicals
• Consumer Packaged Goods
• Electric Power & Natural Gas
• Financial Services
• Healthcare Systems & Services
• High Tech
• Industrials & Electronics
• Infrastructure
• Life Sciences
• Media & Entertainment
• Metals & Mining
• Oil & Gas
• Paper & Forest Products
• Private Capital
• Public Sector
• Retail
• Semiconductors
• Social Sector
• Telecommunications
• Travel, Transport & Logistics

Embark on a transformative journey with the Young Leaders Programme and shape the future of consulting in Africa. Apply today to make an impact!

For more information, visit the website here.

About the Program:

The British Academy’s Global Professorships are prestigious awards aimed at attracting established scholars from around the world to work in the United Kingdom on innovative research projects. These awards provide an opportunity for researchers to undertake ambitious, cutting-edge research that breaks new ground in the humanities and social sciences.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a Global Professorship, applicants must meet certain criteria:

• Hold a doctoral degree or have equivalent research experience
• Be employed outside the United Kingdom on a permanent contract
• Have a strong track record in their field or demonstrate exceptional promise
• Be willing to take up an unpaid leave of absence or long-term secondment at an eligible UK institution
• Have the support of a senior member of their proposed UK host institution

Aims:

• Fund high-quality original research
• Attract international researchers to the UK
• Contribute to the research goals of UK host institutions
• Encourage collaborations and innovation within the research community

Funding and Duration

• Each award is expected to run for four years, with a starting date to be agreed upon with the British Academy.
• The Academy will provide up to £900,000 per award to support the research project.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online through the British Academy’s Grant Management System, Flexi-Grant®. The deadline for submitting applications and securing approval from a UK host institution is Wednesday 23 October 2024 at 17:00 BST. Read for details.

About the Program:

The British Academy offers Mid-Career Fellowships to support outstanding researchers in the humanities and social sciences. These fellowships aim to provide researchers with the opportunity to focus on completing major research projects and promote public engagement with their work. The primary goal of the Mid-Career Fellowships is to support individual researchers with excellent research proposals and promote public understanding and engagement with the humanities and social sciences.

Eligibility:

• Researchers at various career stages: including early-career, established, mid-career, and postdoctoral researchers

• Applicants must be employed at a UK-based university, Higher Education institution, or Independent Research Organisation.

• The Academy is particularly interested in supporting mid-career scholars who have already made significant contributions to their field.

• Eligibility is not based on age but on the applicant’s academic achievements and communication skills.

Timeline:

Successful applicants will have the opportunity to dedicate six to 12 months to their research projects, free from their normal academic and administrative commitments.

Scope of the Award:

Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate how their research will contribute to advances in understanding within their field and engage a broad audience.

Funding:

The Mid-Career Fellowships are funded under the Full Economic Costing (FEC) framework, with the Academy contributing 80% of the total cost. The salary for Mid-Career Fellows is capped at £80,000, and the total award value is not expected to exceed £152,000. Fellowships can be held for a minimum of six months up to a maximum of twelve months.

Application Process:

The British Academy uses a two-stage application process for the Mid-Career Fellowships. In the first Outline Stage, applicants provide information about their research proposal, publications, and academic commitments. Detailed costing information is not required at this stage. Employing institutions must approve applications by the deadline, after which successful applicants will be invited to submit a full application in January.

Apply by: 21 Aug 2024 – 17:00 BST.

About the Program:

The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship program aimed at supporting outstanding scholarship in the humanities and interpretive social sciences. The program provides funding for research and writing projects for scholars at various career stages.

Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted online through the ACLS online application system by 9:00 PM EDT on September 25, 2024. Read more information about the Fellowship.

Fellowship Details:

• Maximum award: $60,000
• Tenure: six to twelve months for full-time research and/or writing between July 1, 2025, and July 1, 2026, with completion by December 31, 2026.
• Fellowship open to scholars at all postdoctoral career stages with a PhD in humanities or interpretive social sciences by the deadline.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be US citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous individuals, DACA recipients, asylees, or refugees.
• Foreign nationals residing in the US for three or more years before the application deadline are also eligible.
• Applicants must have a PhD in humanities or interpretive social sciences by the application deadline or demonstrate equivalent scholarly expertise.

Application Guidelines:

• Completed application form.
• Proposal (no more than five pages, double-spaced).
• Work plan, bibliography, publications list, and personal statement.
• Writing sample (no more than five pages, single-spaced).
• No reference letters required for the 2024-25 competition cycle.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Potential to advance the field of study.
• Quality and innovativeness of the proposal.
• Feasibility of the project.
• Scholarly record and career trajectory.
• Contribution to inclusive excellence in scholarship.

ACLS/New York Public Library Fellowships

ACLS may award residential fellowships in conjunction with The New York Public Library’s Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers. This opportunity does require a separate application, due by 5 pm Eastern Daylight Time, Friday, September 27, 2024. ACLS/NYPL fellowships are subfellowships within the ACLS Fellowship program; they have the same eligibility requirements, application form, and schedule. The only additional proviso is that these residential fellowships will be granted to scholars whose projects will benefit from research in the NYPL’s Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.

Please Note: Because this is a joint fellowship, applicants for ACLS/NYPL residential fellowships must also apply to the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers at the NYPL. The application for the NYPL competition is available here. The deadline for application and three letters of recommendation is 5 pm Eastern Daylight Time, Friday, September 27, 2024.

• Partnership with The New York Public Library’s Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers.
• Tenure from September 2025 to May 2026.
• Stipend of $85,000 for residential fellowships within the ACLS Fellowship program.

Supporting Documents and Resources

• “Writing Proposals for ACLS Fellowship Competitions” by Christina M. Gillis
• Learn more about the awardees of the 2023-24 competition here.

Bridging Academia and Industry

The Innovation Fellowships are designed to foster partnerships between researchers and organisations across the creative, cultural, public, private, and policy sectors. The goal is to address significant challenges that require innovative solutions. By supporting the SHAPE (Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts for People and the Economy) community, these fellowships promote knowledge mobilisation, translation, and skills development.

The scheme offers two pathways:
– Route A: Researcher-led
– Route B: Policy-led

This call specifically invites applications for Route B, in collaboration with the FCDO.

Engaging with FCDO Policymakers

The FCDO has critical research needs, where timely, evidence-based analysis is essential. This fellowship provides researchers the chance to work closely with FCDO policymakers, embedding their expertise directly within the government’s work. This close interaction is crucial for having a significant impact on policy development.

Focus Areas for Research

Applications are invited for fellowships in the following areas:
1. India
2. The politics of energy transition and climate change in Africa
3. The role of technology in shaping citizen-state relations in Africa

Key Dates and Application Details

– Scheme Opens: 26 July 2024
– Application Deadline: 27 November 2024, 17:00 GMT
– Award Start Period: 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2025
– Duration of Award: 12 months
– Level of Award: Up to £120,000 (with Full Economic Costing at 80%)

The start date of the fellowship will depend on the completion of security checks and agreement signatures. Applicants should ensure timely provision of required information to facilitate the fellowship’s prompt commencement.

Apply Now

This is a unique opportunity for researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to influence policy and drive innovation. For more details and to apply, visit the British Academy’s website. Don’t miss this chance to make a significant impact with your research.

Bachelor’s Degree (Free Access)

Important Deadlines AY 2024/2025:

• Pre-Enrolment Application on Universitaly: March 12, 2024 – August 9, 2024 (see details)
• Visa Issue Deadline: November 29, 2024
• Submission of Original Documents for Enrolment: August 1, 2024 – December 30, 2024
• Tuition Fee Payment (see details): August 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024 (October 1 – December 31, 2024, with an added penalty fee)

Bachelor’s Degree Programs (Limited Number Access)

Reserved Quotas are available for Non-EU Students with residency abroad. Enrolling in limited number access Bachelor’s Degree courses, require to participate to the call for participation, please check the following pages: 

• Local limited number access calls for participation
• National limited number access calls for participation

Eligibility:

• Must have obtained a secondary school diploma after having completed at least 12 years of schooling.

Important Deadlines AY 2024/2025:

• Application submission: varies depending on the course
• Pre-enrolment Application on Universitaly: March 12, 2024 to August 5, 2024
• Visa Issue Deadline: November 29, 2024
• Submission of Enrolment Application and Document Delivery: varies depending on the course
• Tuition Fee Payment: varies depending on the course

Pre-Enrolment Procedure AY 2024/2025

The pre-enrolment process is a crucial first step for students requiring a visa to study in Italy. This involves applying through the Italian Ministry of University and Research’s portal and obtaining a pre-enrolment letter from the Italian Embassy or Consulate.

• The Italian Ministry of University and Research has published a document detailing procedures for entry, residency, and enrolment at higher education institutions for students requiring visas. This document is available in Italian and English on the Studenti Stranieri Miur website (studiare-in-italia.it).
• Important Note: Pre-enrolment at the Italian Embassy alone does not grant admission to degree programs. You must also complete the admission procedures required by the University of Palermo for your chosen program.

Steps for Enrolment

1. Registration on Universitaly Portal:

• Start your pre-enrolment application.
• Your visa must be granted by November 29, 2024.
• Upload required documents:
  • Valid passport
  • ID photos
  • Copy of your high school degree
  • An official Italian Language Certification (B2 level or higher). If you do not have an official language certificate, you must sit an Italian Language Test at Unipa
  • Declaration of Value (DoV) issued by the competent Italian consular section or the Certificate of Comparability from CIMEA 

2. Visa Application Procedure:

• The visa application process for enrolling at the University of Palermo may vary based on regulations issued by individual Italian Embassies and Consulates abroad.
• All necessary procedures to obtain a student visa must be completed by November 29, 2024. Consult the list of Italian embassies and consulates abroad [ITA] abroad here.
• For general information about visa requirements, refer to the Ministerial Procedures for entry, residency, and enrollment, particularly Part IV concerning incoming visas for study purposes, residency permits, and subsequent measures. This document is available on the ministerial website [ITA].
• The final decision on issuing a study visa rests exclusively with the respective Italian Embassy or Consulate.
• After completing the pre-enrollment application, candidates must apply for a university study/enrollment visa at the Italian Consular diplomatic mission in their country of residence.
• Preliminary acceptance by the University of Palermo does not guarantee visa issuance. The pre-enrollment request and accompanying documentation support the evaluation procedures for study visas but do not automatically ensure visa approval.
• Diplomatic-consular missions assess the possession of requirements for issuing a study/enrollment visa and evaluate the absence of migration risk, as stipulated in D.I. 850/2011 art. 4 paragraph 2.
• For detailed requirements to obtain a study visa, consult the MIUR page for 2023/2024.

3. Registration on UniPa Student Portal:

• Registration for the University of Palermo can be completed through the Unipa Student Portal. For technical support, contact supportosia@unipa.it.
• After completing step 1, if you are accepted and receive a positive response on the Universitaly portal, you can apply for a university study/enrollment visa at the Italian Consular diplomatic mission in your country of residence.
• The subsequent pre-enrollment phases should be completed at the relevant diplomatic-consular missions.

4. Italian Language Proficiency Test:

• Pass a language proficiency test if your course is in Italian. Please check the page Italian Proficiency Tests to know more.
  • Bachelor’s Program Free Access Test Date: August 27, 2024
  • Bachelor’s Program Limited Number Access Test Date: August 30, 2024
• Students with a B2 level certification or higher, awarded as determined by the CLIQ (Italian Quality Language Certification) quality system, are exempt from this test.

5. Enrolment Request Application:

• Start an enrollment application on Student Portal. Please follow the instructions in the TUTORIAL.

6. Enrolment Finalization:

• After completing all these steps, you can proceed with the payment of enrollment fees.
• After the payment, your application will be automatically blocked as it must now be finalized.
• To finalize enrollment at the University of Palermo, provide the following original documents to the International Students Office (Viale delle Scienze, Building n. 3, I floor) at your earliest convenience after arriving in Italy:
  • Your original High School Diploma, translated into Italian or English and legalized.
  • One of the following documents:
    • Declaration of Value (DoV) issued by the competent Italian consular section.
    • Statement of Comparability and Verification from CIMEA .

Scholarships and Financial Aid

• ERSU Scholarships: Based on merit and economic situation, covering tuition fees, accommodation, and meals. See here
• Italian Government Scholarships: Awarded every year to promote the Italian System of Higher Education. Available for international students, providing full or partial tuition fee waivers. See here

For detailed information on enrolment procedures, deadlines, and scholarship opportunities, visit the University of Palermo’s website.

The NHS Global Fellowship Programme has been on offer for almost 15 years, with nearly 800 NHS staff undertaking fellowships abroad. Many returning fellows have drawn on their global health skills to become senior leaders across the NHS.

Purpose

The NHS Global Fellowship Programme offers leadership development opportunities for clinical and non-clinical staff to experience health systems globally. Fellows focus on quality improvement, research, or clinical projects, co-developed with local and/or national partners to enhance patient experience, improve health outcomes, and reduce health inequalities. Returning Fellows demonstrate new skills, improved motivation, and resilience, contributing to career progression and retention within the health sector.

Global Fellowships Recruitment 2025

Recruitment for the February 2025 cohort of NHS Global Fellowships is now open. Applicants must complete the application form and send a CV to england.global.fellowships@nhs.net. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a virtual 35-minute interview between Monday 9 September and Friday 13 September.

Applications from all disciplines  are welcome– clinical and non clinical. Applications from across the NHS in England are strongly encouraged, including staff who have family or cultural heritage in our partner countries and those who undertook their professional education in one of these countries.

To start your Fellowship journey, watch one of our recent Fellows reflect on their 6 months abroad in George, South Africa : YouTube video link

General Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years work experience in the NHS
• Currently employed within the NHS in England
• Relevant professional qualification and registration if applicable
• Doctors and Dentists must have completed Foundation Year 2
• Clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Ability to commence a Fellowship in February or August and commit to a 6 or 12-month duration

What Do We Offer?

Fellows going abroad will benefit from the following:

• Monthly stipend for basic living expenses
• One return flight to partner country
• Required entry visa and/or residency/work permit
• Required vaccinations and anti-malarials
• Accommodation in a shared house with other volunteers
• Personal accident and business travel insurance
• Transport to and from the workplace, which may include a hire car
• Pro rata annual leave plus in-country public holidays

Types of Fellowships We Currently Offer

We currently offer two types of fellowships: quality improvement and research.

1. Quality Improvement Fellowships
The NHS Global Fellowships team currently offers two fellowships with a quality improvement (QI) focus:

• General Quality Improvement Fellowships – These fellowships are six months long, living and working in the allocated country. They cover a range of project topics defined by overseas partners and local health system needs. Delivered in several countries. To check the specific eligibility criteria, click here.
• Gulu Diagnostic Imaging Project (GDIP) – This six-month fellowship in Gulu, Uganda, focuses on capacity building within imaging services in two hospitals. To check the specific eligibility criteria, click here.

2. Research Fellowships
The NHS Global Fellowships team offers the Thailand Global Health Research Fellowship (TGHR), a Managed Education Partnership (MEP) for a 12-month bilateral exchange. This fellowship provides Thai doctors the opportunity to work and learn in the UK and NHS doctors to undertake research in Thailand. The fellowship focuses on global health in a healthcare system different from the NHS.  Click here for more information.

Application form:

Fill out the application form: https://forms.office.com/e/u7xAp02wXc

Closing date:

Complete the application by 9am, Monday 19 August 2024

Recruitment Events

Join our recruitment events for more information and an opportunity to ask questions:
Tuesday 6 August 2024 – 19:00-20:30
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 338 630 534 324
Passcode: AQ8vgM

For more information on the NHS Global Fellowships, visit the website. If you still have questions, please email us at england.global.fellowships@nhs.net.