Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation
Bolsas Gulbenkian de Investigação sobre Temas da Cultura Portuguesa para Investigadores Internacionais
Academic year 2026/27 cycle; check the online application form for the specific deadline
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The Bolsas Gulbenkian de Investigação sobre Temas da Cultura Portuguesa awards €1,500-€2,000/month plus €1,000 travel support for 2-10 months, enabling non-Portuguese PhD students and senior researchers to conduct archival and historical research in Portugal. The call funds original investigation in Portuguese literature, history, or art history, with the expectation of producing a peer-reviewed article, monograph chapter, or doctoral thesis. Research must be conducted on-site in Portugal, and proposals must be submitted in Portuguese.
Details
| Funder | Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation |
| Budget | €1,500–€2,000/month + €1,000 travel allowance |
| Duration | 2–10 months (non-renewable), academic year 2026/2027 |
| Consortium | No |
| Application | Single stage — online application form submission |
| Frequency | Annual |
Eligibility & scope
Open to non-Portuguese PhD students (€1,500/month) and senior researchers (€2,000/month) residing abroad who wish to conduct research in Portugal in literature, history, or art history, with the aim of producing a scientific article, publication, or academic thesis. Research must be carried out in Portugal. Proposals must be submitted in Portuguese (per the regulation document).
Who Should Apply
- •Non-Portuguese PhD students and senior researchers based abroad
- •Scholars specialising in Portuguese literature, history, or art history
- •Researchers planning archival or fieldwork visits to Portugal of 2-10 months
- •Applicants prepared to write proposals and conduct research in Portuguese
Key Dates
- •Annual deadline for academic year 2026/27 cycle; verify exact date on the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation website
- •Single-stage online application submission
- •Research residency duration: 2-10 months within the 2026/27 academic year
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Proposals must be submitted in Portuguese and clearly articulate the research output (journal article, thesis chapter, or monograph chapter); vague or exploratory framing weakens competitiveness.
- ✓On-site research in Portugal is mandatory; the funder prioritises projects that leverage Portuguese archives, libraries, or cultural institutions.
- ✓Pair your institutional affiliation and CV with a credible host or archival partner in Portugal to strengthen feasibility and demonstrate logistical planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Gulbenkian research grant on Portuguese culture?
Non-Portuguese PhD students and senior researchers based abroad who intend to conduct research in Portugal on Portuguese literature, history, or art history.
How much does the Gulbenkian research grant pay?
€1,500/month for PhD students and €2,000/month for senior researchers, plus a €1,000 travel allowance, for 2-10 months.
Is research outside Portugal allowed?
No, research must be conducted on-site in Portugal, typically in archives or cultural institutions.
What language should the proposal be in?
Proposals must be submitted in Portuguese per the call regulations.
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