# Bolsas Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study

**Funder:** Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
**Duration:** Limited residency period
**Consortium:** No
**Application:** Single stage: individual application with CV, activity description, and two referees
**Frequency:** Annual
**Official call:** https://gulbenkian.pt/bolsas-lista/bolsas-gulbenkian-institute-for-advanced-study/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Residential fellowships at the Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study for internationally renowned academics (including emeritus professors, independent scholars, and artists). Open to most research domains except those requiring laboratory or experimental facilities. Individual applications only; proposals must not require lab/experimental infrastructure.

## Summary

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation offers residential fellowships at the Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study for internationally renowned academics, emeritus professors, independent scholars, and artists. The programme welcomes research across most domains except those requiring laboratory or experimental facilities, with selected candidates notified from late January. This is an annual call supporting scholars seeking an extended intellectual residency without infrastructure demands.

## Who should apply

- Internationally renowned academics, emeritus professors, and independent scholars
- Artists and researchers in humanities, social sciences, and theoretical disciplines
- Applicants whose work does not require laboratory or experimental facilities
- Individual scholars seeking an extended intellectual residency and community engagement

## Key dates

- Annual application window (verify exact opening date on Gulbenkian Foundation website)
- Single-stage application with CV, activity description, and two referee letters
- Offers made from late January; limited residency period at the Institute

## Tips for applicants

- The call emphasises intellectual distinction and prior recognition; leading publications, awards, or institutional prominence strengthen candidacy.
- Your activity description should articulate what you will accomplish during residency, the Institute values clear intellectual goals, not just career breaks.
- Referee letters carry weight; select referees who can speak to your standing and the significance of your proposed work during the fellowship.

## Frequently asked questions

### What kind of research can I pursue at the Gulbenkian Institute for Advanced Study?

Any research domain is welcome except those requiring laboratory or experimental facilities. Theoretical work, humanities, social sciences, and artistic projects are well-suited.

### Who is eligible for a Gulbenkian Institute fellowship?

Internationally renowned academics, emeritus professors, independent scholars, and artists; individual applications only.

### When will I hear if my application is successful?

Selected candidates are notified from late January of the following calendar year.

### How is the Gulbenkian Institute fellowship application reviewed?

Applications undergo single-stage evaluation including your CV, activity description, and two referee letters.

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