Fully Funded African Studies Visiting Fellowship at Oxford 2027-28: Applications Now Open for Sub-Saharan African Scholars

Overview

The African Studies Visiting Fellowship is available for the 2027-28 academic period, provided by the Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford through the Africa Oxford Initiative. This programme enables scholars to conduct research into the history of Africa using the archival and Special Collections held within the Bodleian Libraries in Oxford. Selected participants can work directly with relevant collections while engaging with an international academic research environment.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to scholars who are affiliated with a university in Sub-Saharan Africa and whose research focuses on the history of Africa. Candidates must have a research project that benefits from access to the historical materials and Special Collections available at the Bodleian Libraries.

What you get

Successful applicants gain access to the Special Collections and research resources of the Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford, allowing them to investigate original materials for their projects.

How to apply

Interested scholars must review the official fellowship information and application instructions before submitting their applications, ensuring their proposed work aligns with the required research focus. Applicants can direct questions to the Bodleian Libraries via email at fellowships@bodleian.ox.ac.uk.

Key dates

The deadline to submit applications for the fellowship is 27 November 2026. The fellowship itself takes place during the 2027-28 period.