Deadline: March 3, 2026
Applications are open for the Regional Studies Association Early Career Research Grant 2026. The RSA Early Career Research Grant (EC) is provided to support a discrete piece of regional studies and/or regional science research.
The Regional Studies Association (RSA) is a learned society concerned with the analysis of regions and regional issues. Through their international membership they provide an authoritative voice of, and network for, academics, students, practitioners, policy makers. The RSA is a friendly and collegiate hub for researchers in regional studies and science, planners and policymakers. Their members work collaboratively, and the Association actively encourages inclusive practices, equality of opportunities and access and embrace diversity in it many forms.
Grant
- The value of the grant is up to £10,000 (c. $13,300; c. €11,800). The grant has a maximum time span of 18 months and reporting conditions apply.
Eligibility
- Open to individual applicants in their early career (five years maximum between the date showing on their PhD certificate and the application deadline).
- Applicants must be based within an eligible higher education institution and must be a current, early career member of the RSA and throughout the duration of the grant (note that applicants may apply for membership at the same time as applying for the grant).
Application
A two stage application process is used for the RSA Research Grant Schemes. In the first round, applicants are asked to submit an expression of interest. Shortlisted applicants from this first round will then be asked to submit a full proposal.
For more information, visit RSA EC Research Grant.
