UK Government Chevening British Library Fellowship 2026/2027 for Professional Research in UK

The Chevening British Library Fellowship offers international experts a unique opportunity to engage in a year-long professional project-based placement at the British Library in the UK. This fellowship allows fellows to work with extensive library collections and gain insights from the expertise of library staff, enhancing their professional development.

With two placements available for the 2026/2027 academic year, this fellowship is designed for individuals who demonstrate leadership potential and have significant professional or academic research experience. It is an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute to strategic and policy work relevant to national libraries.

• Must be a citizen of eligible countries.
• Must have a postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional experience.
• At least five years of significant professional or academic research experience.
• Currently employed or a PhD candidate (not with a UK/EU or USA university).
• Must not hold British or dual British citizenship.
• Must return to home country after the fellowship.

• Living expenses for the duration of the fellowship.
• Return economy airfare from home country to the UK.
• Allowance for fellowship-related activities.
• Up to £1,000 for approved project-related expenses.