The University of Oxford invites applications for the fully funded AfOx Visiting Fellowship Programme. This year-long fellowship offers a unique opportunity for African researchers holding an advanced degree to pursue independent academic research on forced migration.
Application Deadline:
- 15 May 2026
Tell Me About The Fellowship:
The AfOx Visiting Fellowship Programme, hosted by the University of Oxford, is designed to support exceptional African researchers in building international networks and advancing their projects in collaboration with Oxford-based scholars. Fellows engage in 12 months of affiliation, including 10 months of virtual collaboration and a 2-month in-person visit to Oxford (April–June 2027, Trinity term).
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Humanities (via TORCH, Corpus Classical Fellowship)
- Social Sciences (Oxford Department of International Development, Refugee Studies Centre, African Studies Centre)
- Law (Oxford Law Faculty)
- Mathematics (Oxford Mathematical Institute)
- Public Health & Medicine (Improving Equitable Access to Healthcare, Pandemic Sciences Institute, Oxford Cancer, Oxford EARTH, AfOx Ethox Fellowship)
- Multidisciplinary collaborations (AfOx–OCIS, AfOx–RAIN, Oppenheimer Fund)
Type:
- Visiting Fellowship | Research Collaboration
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be African researchers (female and underrepresented applicants strongly encouraged).
- Have an Oxford-based collaborator named in the application.
- Align their project with one of the AfOx partner programmes.
- Demonstrate capacity for impactful research and collaboration.
How are Fellows Selected?
- Based on academic merit, project feasibility, and alignment with AfOx partner priorities.
- Applications must include a confirmed Oxford collaborator.
- Selection emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and potential for long-term partnerships.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All African countries.
Where will the Fellowship be Taken?
- University of Oxford, United Kingdom (virtual + in-person).
How Many Awards?
- Multiple fellowships offered across partner programmes.
What is the Benefit of the Fellowship?
- Affiliation with an Oxford Department and College.
- Access to Oxford’s resources (libraries, archives, labs).
- Networking with Oxford scholars and global researchers.
- Opportunities for joint publications, new projects, and policy engagement.
- Support for capacity strengthening and long-term collaborations.
How Long Will the Fellowship Last?
- 12 months total (10 months virtual + 2 months in-person).
How to Apply:
01. Identify Oxford collaboratorSecure an Oxford-based researcher to support your application and project.
02. Align with AfOx partnerChoose a fellowship track that matches your research area (e.g., Law, Mathematics, Healthcare).
03. Prepare application documentsDraft your project proposal, CV, and collaboration plan with your Oxford partner.
04. Submit online applicationApply via the AfOx Visiting Fellowship portal before the deadline of 15 May 2026.
05. Await selection outcomeSuccessful applicants will be notified and begin virtual engagement before the in-person visit.
