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AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for junior researchers

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African German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES)

AGNES Intra-Africa Mobility Grants 2026 for Junior Researchers (Up to EUR 3,000)

AGNES is opening two Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for junior researchers. Doctoral candidates from sub-Saharan Africa can spend one to two months at a host institution in another sub-Saharan African country, with travel, subsistence and a research allowance of up to EUR 3,000.

Eligibility: Be officially registered for a doctoral degree at a university or tertiary institute in sub-Saharan Africa at the time of application

Timeline: October 16, 2026
Location: Africa
Funding or benefit: Maximum grant covering all expenses including the host fee: up to EUR 2,300 for a one month stay, EUR 2,650 for 1.5 months, and EUR 3,000 for a two month stay. Covers travel and subsistence and can include a research allowance to the host institute on request.

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Chevening British Library Coptic Collections Fellowship

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Chevening, co-funded with the British Library and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Chevening British Library Coptic Collections Fellowship 2027/2028 (Fully Funded to the United Kingdom)

A 12 month fully funded fellowship at the British Library for mid-career professionals from Egypt, Palestine and Sudan to research and open up one of the world's most important collections of Coptic manuscripts.

Eligibility: Be a citizen of Egypt, Sudan or Palestine

Timeline: October 27, 2026
Location: Egypt, Sudan, Palestine
Funding or benefit: Fully funded: 12 months of project-based activity at the British Library, living expenses for the duration of the fellowship, return economy airfare, an allowance package for fellowship-related activities, and up to £1,000 for approved project-related expenses.

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