# Calouste Gulbenkian Armenian Studies Scholarship

**Funder:** Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
**Consortium:** No - individual applicant, hosted by an internationally recognised university
**Frequency:** Annual
**Official call:** https://gulbenkian.pt/bolsas-lista/bolsa-calouste-gulbenkian-estudos-armenios/
**Last updated:** 7 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Scholarships for students admitted to or enrolled in master's or doctoral programmes, and postdoctoral researchers, at internationally recognised universities, working on Armenian Studies broadly defined. Around 7-10 scholarships expected in 2026; fixed annual amounts detailed in the 'Requisitos, Critérios e Condições' document.

## Summary

The Calouste Gulbenkian Armenian Studies Scholarship funds master's students, doctoral candidates, and postdoctoral researchers working on Armenian Studies at internationally recognised universities. It is an individual award, not requiring a consortium, and the foundation expects to fund around 7-10 scholarships in 2026. Award amounts are fixed annually and set out in a separate conditions document.

## Who should apply

- Master's or doctoral students admitted to or enrolled at an internationally recognised university
- Postdoctoral researchers at recognised universities
- Individual applicants (no consortium required)
- Researchers working on Armenian Studies broadly defined

## Key dates

- Annual call, run yearly by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
- Around 7-10 scholarships expected in the 2026 round

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm your enrollment or admission status at a recognised university before applying, since this is a stated eligibility requirement.
- Check the 'Requisitos, Critérios e Condições' document for the exact fixed amount and conditions rather than assuming a fellowship-style budget.
- Frame your project under Armenian Studies broadly defined, the call does not restrict this to a narrow discipline, so interdisciplinary proposals are viable.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is eligible for the Calouste Gulbenkian Armenian Studies Scholarship?

Students admitted to or enrolled in master's or doctoral programmes, and postdoctoral researchers, at internationally recognised universities working on Armenian Studies broadly defined.

### How many Calouste Gulbenkian Armenian Studies Scholarships are awarded each year?

Around 7-10 scholarships are expected in 2026.

### How much does the Calouste Gulbenkian Armenian Studies Scholarship pay?

Amounts are fixed annually and detailed in the funder's 'Requisitos, Critérios e Condições' document.

### Is the Calouste Gulbenkian Armenian Studies Scholarship a recurring call?

Yes, it is offered annually by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.

### Do I need a consortium or host institution to apply?

No consortium is required; applicants apply individually but must be hosted by an internationally recognised university.

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