The ACU Fellowships 2026 are now open for applications, with the deadline set for 25 June 2026 at 3PM UTC. This fellowship supports academic and professional services staff at ACU member universities to build research partnerships through visits to another ACU member university in a different country across the Commonwealth.
In addition, the program supports knowledge exchange, collaboration, and professional connection through research visits lasting between one and six months. Listed fellowships include awards of up to 2,500 GBP.
Application Deadline: Applications Close: 25 June 2026 3PM UTC
Eligible Countries: ACU member universities (any country)
Program Duration: 1 to 6 months
Program Location: Research visit to an ACU member university in a different country across the Commonwealth.
Funding/Benefits: up to 2,500 GBP
Award Provider: Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
About this Program
ACU Fellowships 2026 are designed to promote the exchange of knowledge, skills, and ideas across the Commonwealth. Through this program, fellows undertake research visits at an ACU member university located in a country different from their employing institution.
Moreover, the fellowship encourages international collaboration and helps staff develop or strengthen research partnerships. The official page highlights specific fellowship streams, including an Accountancy Fellowship and Hong Kong Inbound and Outbound Fellowships.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be academic or professional services staff at an ACU member university.
- Applicants must already have, or identify and approach, a collaborator at an ACU member university in a country other than their employing country.
What Fellows Receive: Funding for research visits of 1–6 months to an ACU member university in another country, awards of up to 2,500 GBP for specified fellowships, and support to develop international research partnerships and exchanges.
Program Components Research visits of one to six months, collaboration with a host institution in another Commonwealth country, and partnership-building through academic or professional exchange.
Number of Awards: Accountancy Fellowship: 1 award; Hong Kong Inbound and Outbound Fellowships: 2 awards (one inbound, one outbound)
How to Apply
Interested applicants should review the fellowship options and eligibility requirements on the official ACU page. Then, applicants should prepare their submission according to the instructions provided by the Association of Commonwealth Universities.
Because requirements may vary by fellowship stream, applicants should check the official page carefully before applying.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
