Dissertation Fieldwork Grant 2026–2027
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The Dissertation Fieldwork Grant supports doctoral students conducting original research that advances anthropological knowledge. The programme welcomes research from all parts of the world and across anthropology's major subfields, including sociocultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology, biological anthropology and archaeology. The grant supports essential research expenses, allowing doctoral students to conduct fieldwork and collect data for their dissertations. Applicants of any nationality and institutional affiliation may apply if they satisfy the programme's academic and disciplinary requirements.
Requirements checklist
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Must be enrolled in a doctoral programme in anthropology or an eligible related discipline.
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Must have a strong connection to anthropology through a previous degree, doctoral programme or research supervisor.
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Must identify a dissertation supervisor who has an officially recognized role in their doctoral training.
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Must demonstrate that the proposed research will contribute to anthropological knowledge.
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Must complete all doctoral requirements except the dissertation or thesis before the proposed grant start date.
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Must submit an English-language research proposal and detailed budget.
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Must comply with the Foundation's research, application and funding conditions.