Organizer Information
The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art (PMC) is a London-based research institute committed to supporting scholarship in the fields of British art, architecture, and visual culture. Affiliated with Yale University, the Centre provides fellowships, grants, academic resources, and publications that advance historical and contemporary research. PMC plays a significant role in enabling scholarly work by awarding over £1 million annually across its fellowship and funding programs.
Title & Description
Spring 2026 Funding Opportunities – Paul Mellon Centre
The Spring 2026 round offers a wide selection of fellowships, scholarships, studentships, and small grants supporting researchers, scholars, curators, and students working on topics related to British art and architectural history. These opportunities provide financial support, dedicated time for research, and academic validation, enabling recipients to progress independent research or develop new projects. The program supports work ranging from senior-level scholarship to early-career research, postgraduate study, and small-scale project development.
Categories
- Art History
- Architecture / Architectural History
- Visual Culture Studies
- Curatorial and Conservation Research
- Humanities / Academic Research
- Event and Project Development (for institutions)
Eligibility
- Open to international and UK-based applicants.
- Suitable for different career stages depending on the award: senior scholars, mid-career researchers, early-career researchers, postdoctoral scholars, PhD candidates, and MA/MPhil students.
- Some awards (MA/MPhil Studentships and Doctoral Scholarships) require enrollment at a UK university.
- Organizational grants are open to museums, galleries, libraries, archives, and non-profit research or cultural institutions.
Program Benefits & Awards
Awards vary depending on the category and include:
For Individuals
- Senior Fellowship: £60,000 for 12 months.
- Mid-Career Fellowship: £18,000 for a 4-month research period.
- Postdoctoral Fellowship: £15,000 for 6 months.
- Junior Fellowship: £8,000 for a 3-month research residency in the UK.
- Early Career Fellowship (New Narratives): £35,000 per year for two years.
- MA/MPhil Studentship: £32,000 (for one academic year).
- Doctoral Scholarship: £32,000 per year for up to three years.
For Organizations
- Research Support Grants: Up to £2,000 for research travel or materials.
- Event Support Grants: Up to £3,000 for seminars, symposiums or workshops.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Online application form
- Project proposal or research statement
- Academic CV
- Budget outline (for organizational grants)
- Proof of enrollment or intended enrollment (for studentships/scholarships)
- Contact details for referees (for fellowships)
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 31 January 2026
Location
London, United Kingdom
Additional Details
- All funded projects must relate to British art, architecture, or visual culture.
- The program strongly supports diverse perspectives and encourages applications from underrepresented backgrounds.
- Applicants may only apply for one award category per round.
