Churchill Fellowship 2027

The Churchill Fellowship offers funded overseas research travel for UK citizens who want to learn from practice abroad on a topic of public benefit. Applicants propose a learning project rather than apply for a job or an academic degree. The fellowship is awarded to individuals, not organisations, and is open across backgrounds and qualifications. Applicants must be at least 18, or turn 18 by the end of the year, and provide proof of UK citizenship when applying. The 2027 application round closes at midday UK time on 20 October 2026. It is relevant to people seeking practical knowledge from overseas to inform work of public benefit.

The emphasis is learning from practice, not formal credentials. Someone with a clear public-benefit question can consider this route without an academic qualification, but should distinguish a focused research-travel proposal from ordinary professional travel.

• Complete the official online application form before Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 12:00 (UK time). Late applications are not accepted. Longlisting follows in December 2026.

• Opened 1 September 2026; closes 20 October 2026, 12:00 UK time; longlisting December 2026.

Confirm current terms with the issuer before applying.