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Chevening Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Fellowships (OCIS)

By Chevening SecretariatUnited KingdomFully funded

This round has closed. The programme runs again, and the next round is expected.

Last deadline: 6 October 2026

We update this page as soon as the next call is published.

A Chevening fellowship run by the Chevening Secretariat offering a five-month research residency at the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies. It is aimed at mid-career professionals and academics working on topics such as Islamic history, Islamic sciences, Islamic finance, public health, science and technology, and Muslims in the West. The fellowship is fully funded and includes support for living and research during the residency.

Important dates

No dates have been announced yet. Check the official page.

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This programme runs every year; dates usually move little from one round to the next.

Who can apply

You must be a citizen and resident of one of the eligible countries: Afghanistan, Algeria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, State of, Philippines, Senegal, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan. The scheme targets mid-career professionals and academics with a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience and at least five years' professional or research experience; study level listed as professional.

What is covered

Full funding is provided. Benefits listed include a five-month research residency, living expenses for the fellowship duration, a return economy airfare, and an allowance for research activities.

How to apply

You apply by submitting an application with a short research proposal, taking part in an interview with the British embassy or high commission, and attending a final interview with OCIS representatives if shortlisted. If successful you must arrange travel to the UK. See the programme page for full application guidance and any country-specific steps.

Deadline

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https://www.chevening.org/fellowship/ocis/

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