Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is currently accepting applicatons for the Gulbenkian Institute Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Gulbenkian Institute Scholarship
The Gulbenkian Institute Scholarship 2026 in Portugal offers a fully funded research residency for internationally renowned academics, scholars, and artists. Hosted by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation through the Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study (IGEA), this prestigious programme provides selected fellows with the opportunity to undertake independent research in Lisbon for three to eight months.
The Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study (IGEA) is an initiative of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, one of Europe’s leading philanthropic organizations dedicated to advancing knowledge, culture, education, and scientific inquiry. The Institute provides scholars with an environment specifically designed to support independent thinking, deep intellectual reflection, interdisciplinary collaboration, original academic research, and high-quality scholarly output.
Benefits of Gulbenkian Institute Scholarship
- Residency at the prestigious Gulbenkian Institute.
- Dedicated time for research.
- Access to an international scholarly community.
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Intellectual exchange with leading academics.
- Supportive research environment.
- Minimal routine obligations.
- Enhanced international visibility.
- Strengthened academic networks.
- Opportunity to produce high-quality scholarly publications.
Gulbenkian Institute Scholarship Requirements
- Internationally renowned academics.
- Active university faculty members.
- Emeritus professors.
- Independent scholars.
- Artists engaged in scholarly research.
- Applicants should have established records of academic achievement and demonstrate the ability to undertake independent, high-quality research.
Application Date and Process
- Create a MyGulbenkian account.
- Submit an individual application through the Gulbenkian Online Application System.
- Provide an updated academic CV highlighting qualifications, employment history, publications, awards, research achievements, and professional experience.
- Provide a brief research proposal describing proposed activities, objectives, planned work, and expected scholarly outcomes.
- Provide names of two academic referees (letters of recommendation may be requested).
- Ensure all required documentation is uploaded before submission.
Application Deadline
15 October, 2026
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