Applications are currently being accepted for the Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About IPDS Research Fellowship
IPDS Research Fellowship 2026 is a four-month non-resident research fellowship for early-career researchers with an MPhil/MS, current PhD enrolment, or a completed doctorate. The IPDS Research Fellowship supports policy-relevant work in peace, diplomacy, and international affairs and requires fellows to produce a policy paper and two commentaries.
Benefits of IPDS Research Fellowship
- Bylined publications with IPDS (policy paper and two commentaries)
- Rigorous editorial review and written feedback from the IPDS Research Desk
- Appointment as Non-Resident Research Fellow with a profile on the IPDS website
- Certificate of Fellowship and letter of completion
- Opportunities to speak at IPDS online seminars and be considered for IPDS dialogues and forums
- Potential route to peer review in the Journal of Peace and Diplomacy (subject to journal review)
- Networking with an international cohort
IPDS Research Fellowship Requirements
- Applicants must have completed an MPhil / MS (research master’s), be currently enrolled in a PhD programme, or have completed a doctorate.
- Applicants must hold a degree in a discipline relevant to IPDS research. Examples include international relations, political science, peace and conflict studies, strategic studies, area studies, economics, international law, public policy, history, and gender studies.
- Applicants must have at least two published pieces. These may include journal articles, book chapters, policy briefs, working papers, or opinion pieces in recognised outlets.
- Applicants must be able to commit around 8–10 hours per week for four months.
- Applicants must demonstrate written English of publishable standard.
- Applicants with only a taught master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree are not eligible.
Application Date and Process
- Complete the official application process on the IPDS website
- Prepare a CV
- Provide a single-authored writing sample of at least 1,500 words
- Submit proof of degree or enrolment
- Include a research proposal (500–800 words)
- Provide a statement of purpose (300–500 words)
- Give details of one academic referee
- List selected publications (at least two)
- Fill application form fields covering personal and academic information
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