Overview
British Academy UK Innovation Fellowships 2025 is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at British Academy.
Description
British Academy UK Innovation Fellowships 2025 is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at British Academy.
Eligibility
Must be ordinarily resident in the UK
Employed at a UK HEI or Independent Research Organisation
Must be early- or mid-career
Employment must last the duration of the award
Applicants must also comply with nationality and security clearance requirements outlined in the official scheme guidance.
Additional Information
Degree Level
British Academy UK Innovation Fellowships 2025 is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at British Academy.
About The Policy Led Route B Fellowship
Route B is policy-led, meaning fellows apply to work with predefined UK government partners:
Defra – Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
DESNZ – Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
GO Science – Government Office for Science
This route aligns closely with the British Academy's Sustainable Futures policy programme and is focused on mobilising knowledge from academia into government policymaking. Fellows will work within their chosen department on specified themes including:
Landscape Recovery (Defra)
Public Participation Strategy (DESNZ)
Climate, Society and International (GO Science)
Importantly, applicants do not need to submit a detailed research proposa l during application. Instead, the exact scope of the project will be developed collaboratively after the award is granted.
Benefits
Award Value: Up to £120,000 , based on Full Economic Costing (FEC) at 80%
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
Must be ordinarily resident in the UK
Employed at a UK HEI or Independent Research Organisation
Must be early- or mid-career
Employment must last the duration of the award
Applicants must also comply with nationality and security clearance requirements outlined in the official scheme guidance.
Why Apply
The Innovation Fellowships – Route B offer a rare and impactful chance to:
Contribute directly to UK government policymaking
Collaborate with leading policymakers on urgent sustainability challenges
Develop skills in policy engagement, communication, and impact
Establish long-term networks beyond academia
Enhance your career trajectory in both academic and policy spheres
Application Process
Scheme Opens: 5 June 2025
Deadline to Apply: 6 August 2025 (17:00 BST)
Apply via: British Academy Flexi-Grant Portal
Contact Email: grants@thebritishacademy.ac.uk
Applicants are encouraged to read the Scheme Guidance Notes and Frequently Asked Questions before preparing their application.
Faqs
Q1: Who is eligible to apply for the Innovation Fellowships Route B?
Applicants must be ordinarily resident in the UK , at early- or mid-career stage , and employed at a UK-based higher education or research organisation .
Q2: Can I choose my own project or partner institution?
No, Route B is policy-led , and applicants must choose from one of the pre-selected government partners and work within their defined policy themes.
Q3: Is full-time commitment required for the Fellowship?
Not necessarily. Applicants must commit between 0.4 and 0.8 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) over the 12-month duration of the award.
Conclusion
The Innovation Fellowships 2025–26 (Route B) represent an exceptional opportunity for researchers in the humanities and social sciences to directly influence public policy in the UK. With structured support, meaningful collaboration, and real-world impact, this fellowship is a gateway to a more engaged and policy-relevant academic future.
Apply now to help shape a more sustainable and informed society .
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Funding
Partial Funding
Organization
British Academy
Degree
Fellowship
Subjects
All Subjects, Humanities, Social Sciences
Nationality
International Students, Domestic Students
Country
UK
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