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International Exchange Programme
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The Wellcome International Exchange Programme funds international exchange programmes in humanities, social science and bioethics, with up to £1.5 million available over 3 to 5 years. The budget covers staff salaries, overheads, equipment, travel, subsistence and overseas allowances, making it suited to research teams sending or hosting researchers who relocate internationally for extended periods.
Details
| Funder | Wellcome |
| Budget | Up to £1.5 million |
| Duration | 3-5 years |
Eligibility & scope
Funds international exchange programmes in humanities, social science and bioethics, covering staff salaries, overheads, equipment, travel, subsistence and overseas allowances for researchers relocating internationally for extended periods.
Who Should Apply
- •Research teams running exchange programmes in humanities, social science or bioethics
- •Institutions able to host or send researchers relocating internationally for extended periods
- •Projects with defined multi-year staffing, equipment and travel needs
- •Applicants planning programmes lasting 3 to 5 years
Key Dates
- •Duration: 3-5 years per award
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Budget explicitly for overseas allowances and subsistence, not just salaries, Wellcome expects relocation costs to be itemised.
- ✓Frame the exchange as a structured programme rather than a single research project, since the call targets exchange programmes specifically.
- ✓Justify the 3-5 year duration with a clear staged plan for how the international relocation builds capacity over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does the Wellcome International Exchange Programme provide?
Up to £1.5 million, covering staff salaries, overheads, equipment, travel, subsistence and overseas allowances.
What fields does the Wellcome International Exchange Programme fund?
It funds international exchange programmes in humanities, social science and bioethics.
How long does the Wellcome International Exchange Programme last?
Awards run for 3 to 5 years.
Can the grant cover relocation costs for researchers?
Yes, the budget can cover travel, subsistence and overseas allowances for researchers relocating internationally for extended periods.
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