University of Glasgow Opens Applications for 2027 Visiting Research Fellowship

Overview

The University of Glasgow Library Visiting Research Fellowship is a competitive funding opportunity that invites researchers and scholars from diverse academic disciplines to conduct research using the university library's distinctive collections. Successful fellows spend between two and four weeks in Glasgow working directly with rare, historical, and unique materials over the course of a year. The initiative aims to support academic research, encourage scholarly engagement, and promote the use of valuable historical collections. Up to three additional fellowships are offered through the William Lind Foundation specifically to support research focusing on Scottish business history.

Who can apply

Researchers and scholars from diverse academic disciplines are eligible to submit proposals. Applicants can define their research interests according to the library collections and resources they intend to explore, provided the proposed work demonstrates a clear connection to the unique collections held by the University of Glasgow Library.

What you get

The fellowship provides financial assistance intended to contribute towards eligible travel expenses and accommodation costs associated with the research visit. Participants also gain access to the University of Glasgow Library’s rare and unique research collections and experience academic engagement within an internationally recognized university research environment.

Requirements

Applicants must develop well-defined research proposals explaining their objectives, the materials they intend to consult, and the significance of undertaking the research in Glasgow. The research visit must be completed over the course of the fellowship year, lasting between two and four weeks.

How to apply

Interested researchers should submit their applications through the official University of Glasgow Library Visiting Research Fellowship webpage.

Key dates

Applications must be submitted by the deadline of January 5, 2027.