Ludovika Fellowship 2027 in Hungary: Fully Funded Academic Research Fellowship
Overview
The Ludovika Fellowship Program 2027 provides a short-term academic mobility and research placement at Ludovika University of Public Service in Budapest, Hungary. The programme is designed for internationally recognised academics and experts to strengthen international academic cooperation, encourage knowledge exchange, and promote collaboration between visiting scholars and university faculty. Successful participants spend between one and three months at the university during 2027, engaging in research, teaching students, and collaborating on academic activities and publications.
Who can apply
The opportunity invites internationally recognised academics and researchers whose expertise spans a range of disciplines including political science, public policy, international relations, security studies, law enforcement, military sciences, water sciences, cybersecurity, public administration, governance, public diplomacy, policing, and water management. Applicants are expected to be established academics who already possess expertise in their fields and can contribute to the intellectual and research environment of the host institution.
What you get
Selected fellows receive a monthly allowance of either €3,500 or €4,500, determined by their academic seniority. In addition to the monthly stipend, the programme provides a one-time international round-trip travel allowance between the recipient's place of residence and Budapest, alongside free access to university services.
Requirements
Participants must undertake specific responsibilities during their stay, which include conducting research, collaborating with academic staff on research projects and publications, and teaching students in English for at least two hours per week. Teaching activities may occur at the bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level.
Key dates
The application deadline is 20 October 2026 at 12:00 Central European Time. The fellowship period runs from 1 February 2027 to 15 December 2027, with individual fellowship durations lasting from one to three months.