About the British Council Scotland SGSAH EARTH Scholarships 2025
The British Council Scotland SGSAH EARTH Scholarships 2025 provide full funding to support international research collaborations between Scottish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and researchers in environmental arts and humanities. This prestigious program aims to foster interdisciplinary research that addresses the global climate crisis by integrating the arts, humanities, science, and technology (STEAM).
Selected researchers will benefit from:
- Full financial support: Travel, accommodation, and living expenses covered.
- Mentorship opportunities: Collaboration with top Scottish academics and cultural organizations.
- Interdisciplinary research exchanges: Participate in exchanges with Scottish universities.
- Professional growth: Network expansion and career development opportunities.
- Climate-focused research: Contributions to addressing climate change through innovative methods.
Host: British Council
Study Location: United Kingdom (UK), Europe
Category: Postgraduate | PhD Scholarships | Fellowships
Eligible Countries: All
Scholarship Benefits: Full Scholarship | Living Expenses | Travel Costs | Accommodation
Deadline: November 1, 2024
IELTS Requirement: Not required
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the British Council Scotland SGSAH EARTH Scholarships 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- PhD Researchers: Open to those currently enrolled in an Arts & Humanities PhD program at a non-UK university.
- Must include a support letter from their PhD supervisor.
- Early Career Researchers (ECRs): Those within 1 year of PhD award notification (not graduation) from a non-UK university.
- ECR eligibility extends to 2 years in cases of caregiving or illness.
- Interdisciplinary PhDs: Applicants with interdisciplinary research must have at least 50% of their project within Arts & Humanities.
- Open to Global South Candidates: Preference for applicants from the Global South, particularly those from countries aligned with the Scottish Government’s International Development Fund priority list, including Rwanda, Zambia, Pakistan, Malawi, and India.
Application Requirements
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Research Proposal (up to 1000 words)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Support Letter from PhD supervisor
- Support Letter from the Scottish HEI
- Proof of PhD Status
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
- Access the Online Application: SGSAH’s online application system is open from August 15, 2024, to November 1, 2024.
- Identify an Academic Mentor: Secure a Scottish HEI academic mentor whose research interests align with yours.
- Prepare Your Application: Work with your mentor to finalize your proposal and complete your application.
- Submit Application: Apply via SGSAH’s program webpage.
