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UK University of Brighton International Visiting Research Fellowship 2025

Scholarship
UK
On-site
Published Aug 4, 2025

Overview

The CDH Visiting Research Fellowship is a competitive, international research opportunity that allows scholars in the field of design history to spend time at the University of Brighton. Fellows engage with the vibrant research culture at CDH, collaborate with faculty, and contribute to shared research goals related to visual and material culture, design activism, sustainability, and transnational design histories.

The program supports one international research fellow per year and aims to:

Description

The CDH Visiting Research Fellowship is a competitive, international research opportunity that allows scholars in the field of design history to spend time at the University of Brighton. Fellows engage with the vibrant research culture at CDH, collaborate with faculty, and contribute to shared research goals related to visual and material culture, design activism, sustainability, and transnational design histories.

The program supports one international research fellow per year and aims to:

Advance collaborative research in design history

Foster international academic exchange and networks

Encourage contributions to CDH’s key research themes

Support fellows in delivering seminars and publishing collaboratively

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent professional research experience

Research must align with one or more of CDH’s thematic areas:

Architectural and spatial histories
Design activism
Fashion, dress, and textile histories
Museums, archives, and exhibitions
Sustainability in design
Transnationalism
Applicants must secure a CDH academic sponsor before applying
Scholars from underrepresented backgrounds and regions are encouraged to apply
Applicants must be able to complete all project expenses by 30 June 2026

Additional Information

What Is The Cdh Visiting Research Fellowship

The CDH Visiting Research Fellowship is a competitive, international research opportunity that allows scholars in the field of design history to spend time at the University of Brighton. Fellows engage with the vibrant research culture at CDH, collaborate with faculty, and contribute to shared research goals related to visual and material culture, design activism, sustainability, and transnational design histories.

The program supports one international research fellow per year and aims to:

Advance collaborative research in design history
Foster international academic exchange and networks
Encourage contributions to CDH’s key research themes
Support fellows in delivering seminars and publishing collaboratively

Degree Level

UK University of Brighton International Visiting Research Fellowship 2025 is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at University of Brighton.

Available Subjects

Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
All Subjects

Benefits

Funding : Up to £1,000 for travel, accommodation, and research-related expenses
Duration : Flexible (between 1 week and 2 months during the 2025/26 academic year)
Start Date : To be proposed by the applicant (no earlier than November 2025)

Support Provided :

CDH academic sponsor and administrative assistance
University email and campus access
Library, computing, and archival resources
Opportunity to present a research seminar
Publication opportunity on the CDH blog
Note: No salary or stipend is provided. Applicants must have additional funding to cover personal expenses.

Eligible Nationalities

Open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent professional research experience

Research must align with one or more of CDH’s thematic areas:

Architectural and spatial histories
Design activism
Fashion, dress, and textile histories
Museums, archives, and exhibitions
Sustainability in design
Transnationalism
Applicants must secure a CDH academic sponsor before applying
Scholars from underrepresented backgrounds and regions are encouraged to apply
Applicants must be able to complete all project expenses by 30 June 2026

Application Procedure

To apply for the CDH International VRF 2025/26 , submit the following materials in one email to CentreforDesignHistory@brighton.ac.uk by 10 October 2025 :

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Proposal (500 words max) addressing:

Contribution to CDH’s research culture
Alignment with CDH themes
Collaborative goals and expected outcomes
Research Outline (approx. 500 words)
Planned activities and fellowship format
Preliminary budget (within £1,000 funding limit)
Preferred start date and duration of stay in Brighton
Visa requirements (if applicable)
200-word support statement from a CDH sponsor
Final selection will be made by October 24, 2025. Candidates selected internally will collaborate with their sponsor to finalize the application for approval by the University’s Research and Knowledge Exchange team.

Why Apply

Gain international exposure in design history research
Access to world-renowned design archives and interdisciplinary expertise
Collaborate with a diverse academic community of over 50 CDH researchers
Contribute to global discussions on sustainability, decolonisation, and material culture

Frequently Asked Questions Faqs

Q1: Do I need to reside in Brighton for the entire fellowship year?
No, fellows are only required to visit Brighton for a period between 1 week and 2 months to participate in research activities.
Q2: Can early-career researchers apply?
This call is intended for established researchers. Early-career scholars (PhD awarded within the last 24 months) should apply under the CDH Post-doctoral Visiting Research Fellowship .
Q3: Is use of the University of Brighton Design Archives mandatory?
No, it is optional. However, if you plan to use the archives, you must contact the Archive Director, Sue Breakell , prior to submission.

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Funding

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Fellowship

Subjects

All Subjects

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