Animal Ethics Fellowship India 2026–2027: Apply for a Fully Online Fellowship with Mentorship and Certificate

Overview

The Animal Ethics Fellowship India 2026–2027 is an educational programme hosted in association with Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi, and provided by Animal Ethics. Running from November 2026 to January 2027, the programme is delivered entirely online and requires a weekly commitment of two to three hours. The curriculum is structured around six interactive learning sessions and a mentored project designed to help participants explore animal welfare, ethical research, and social impact.

Who can apply

The fellowship is open to students from all academic disciplines, including law, political science, philosophy, sociology, environmental science, ecology, veterinary and biological sciences, public policy, international relations, humanities, and other undergraduate and postgraduate fields. Applicants are not required to have previous experience or formal education in philosophy, law, or animal ethics.

What you get

Participants receive structured online learning across six sessions covering the moral consideration of animals, the impact of human activities and natural processes on animal welfare, and Indian animal protection laws. Fellows also complete a mentored project to apply theoretical concepts and build research and analytical abilities. Successful participants are awarded a certificate from Animal Ethics.

Key dates

The application deadline is 15 November 2026. The fellowship runs from November 2026 to January 2027.