The British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants 2025 are now officially open for applications. This prestigious and highly competitive scheme offers up to £10,000 in funding to support primary research for postdoctoral scholars (or equivalent) based in the UK. Whether you’re an early-career researcher or an independent scholar, this is your chance to get the resources you need to bring your next research project to life.
What’s the Grant All About?
These Small Research Grants are among the British Academy’s flagship opportunities—with more applications received and awards made than any other funding stream. The grant can be used for:
- Direct research costs (e.g. travel, archival access, equipment, etc.)
- Organizing research workshops or visits with collaborators
- Project planning or research development activities
Note: Grants cannot be used for teaching replacement, salary coverage, or standard computer equipment. The maximum grant amount is £10,000.
Who Can Apply?
- Postdoctoral or equivalent researchers ordinarily resident in the UK
- Scholars employed at UK institutions or independent researchers
- Co-applicants can be from anywhere in the world, but the lead applicant must reside in the UK.
Apply: https://www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/funding/ba-leverhulme-small-research-grants/
Application Timeline
The application process for the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants 2025 opened on 9 April 2025, and all applications must be submitted by the deadline of 4 June 2025 at 17:00 BST. Successful applicants will be able to begin their projects from the earliest start date of 22 September 2025. The grants are tenable for a period ranging from 1 to 24 months, depending on the scope and timeline of the proposed research project.