Accepting applications

Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study Scholarships 2027/2028

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

Deadline

2026-10-15

Country

Portugal

Level

postdoc, fellowship

Organization

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

Field

Various research fields (excluding lab/experimental/practical/applied)

Funding

unknown

Overview

Applications are open for the Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study Scholarships 2027/2028. These fellowships support internationally renowned scholars in conducting free research for a limited period, usually between three and eight months, in a stimulating intellectual environment with few regular obligations. Fellows will develop their projects in an environment conducive to reflection, concentration, and intellectual dialogue, fostering a diverse intellectual community of scholars from different fields, backgrounds, and nationalities.

Coverage

The specific financial coverage (e.g., stipend, accommodation, travel) is not clearly stated in the provided information. It is a fellowship intended to support scholars during their research residency.

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to internationally renowned academics, including active scholars, emeritus professors, independent scholars, and artists from all nationalities and diverse backgrounds. Ethiopian students are eligible to apply. The Institute seeks to bring together scholars from various fields of study.

Requirements

Applicants must submit an individual application, a comprehensive curriculum vitae, a brief description of the activities they propose to carry out during their residency at the Institute, and the names of two individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.

How to apply

Applicants should submit their application individually with all required documents through the official website. The offer of scholarships will be made to selected candidates starting from the end of January of the year following the application deadline.

Notes

Applications are accepted in most research fields. However, proposed work must not have laboratory or experimental requirements, nor should it be predominantly practical or applied in nature.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

Original source: OpportunityDesk

Official application page: https://gulbenkian.pt/my/create?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fgulbenkian.pt%2Fbolsas-lista%2Fbolsas-gulbenkian-institute-for-advanced-study%2F

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.