British Academy: The UK's National Academy for the Humanities and Social Sciences

Small Research Grants

Grants are available to support primary research in the humanities and social sciences. The first recourse for funding should be to your own institution (where applicable). Applications will not be considered for less than £500. The maximum grant is £7,500 over two years. Applications for collaborative or individual projects are equally welcome under this scheme. Applications from international groups of scholars are welcome, provided there is a UK-based scholar as lead applicant.

Funds are available to facilitate initial project planning and development; to support the direct costs of research; and to enable the advancement of research through workshops, or visits by or to partner scholars. Applicants may seek support for any combination of eligible activity and cost up to the overall limit of £7,500. The Academy will assess applications equally on their merits, with no preference as to mode of enquiry.

All applications should demonstrate that Academy funds are sought for a clearly defined, discrete piece of research, which will have an identifiable outcome on completion of the Academy-funded component of the research.

Award information

• Level of award: up to £7,500.
• Period of award: grants are tenable for up to 24 months.
• Further information: View Frequently Asked Questions.
• Two rounds annually  

Method of application: Applications must be submitted via e-GAP2, the Academy's electronic grant application system.

For applications deadlines and details of the award timetable please see deadlines