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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
At our New Fellows' Ceremony, we asked Professor Will Jennings FBA @drjennings.bsky.social from @unisouthampton.bsky.social what becoming a British Academy Fellow means to him and what he's looking forward to as a new Fellow. 🎥 Watch his reflections below.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
"What does the British Academy Fellowship mean to you?" At our New Fellows Ceremony, we asked Professor Manuel Barcia FBA @mbarcia24.bsky.social from @uniofbath.bsky.social to reflect on Fellowship and what he's looking forward to as part of the British Academy community. 🎥 Watch his response.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
In partnership with @carnegieendowment.org, we welcome applications for the Global Innovation Fellowships, designed to build connections beyond academia in areas such as sustainability and global order. The application deadline is 18 November. Learn more: bit.ly/4rzY4zu
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The long-term economic and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic still influence some of the biggest issues facing the UK today. Our latest report examines these ongoing impacts and sets out lessons for how government prepares for, responds to, and promotes recovery from future emergencies. 🧵
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
We invite early and mid-career researchers in humanities and social sciences to apply for the Innovation Fellowships Scheme – Route B: Policy-led (FCDO). Deadline is 18 Nov. Find out more and apply: bit.ly/3Vi5StQ
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
One of the most powerful parts of the British Academy Elevate Programme is the community it creates, connecting researchers across disciplines and experiences to spark new ways of working. Application window is open until 28 October. Find out more about the programme here: bit.ly/4wOVF5V
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We’re still inviting applications for the Global Innovation Fellowships: The German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP). The scheme offers the opportunity to collaborate with DGAP in Berlin on a range of European policy issues. Applications close 14 October. Apply now: bit.ly/4xbd6xC
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We're thrilled to be able to support six new early-career research Fellowships thanks to funding from the Wolfson Foundation. Applications open 21 October. Find out more: bit.ly/47fu2b0
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The British Academy and Wolfson Foundation launch new search for exceptional early-career researchers as funding confirmed for new Fellowships
The British Academy is delighted to announce another round of funding from the Wolfson Foundation for early career research fellowships in the humanities and social sciences.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Are you a UK-based humanities and social sciences researcher interested in applying for an ERC Starting Grant? Join our webinar next week to learn more about the call and gain practical insights to help strengthen your proposal. Learn more: bit.ly/4eGHg5B
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The British Academy Elevate Programme supports international scholars to build connections, confidence and collaborations within the UK research landscape and beyond. Find out more about the programme here: bit.ly/3SIjyNW
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
How can literature help us see the world differently? British Academy-funded researcher Dion Dobrzynski explores the idea of “reading walks” and the role stories can play in shaping how people experience nature in a feature for It's Freezing in LA!. Read more: bit.ly/3T8TP17.
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Words in the Woods: the power of reading walks | IFLA!
Ever enjoyed reading a book about a place while you were travelling through? Dion Dobrzynski reveals this as a powerful way to connect to our environments.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
UK-based postdoctoral – or equivalent – researchers in the humanities and social sciences can still apply for the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants. The deadline is 4 Nov for institutional applicants and 28 Oct for independent scholars. Find out more: bit.ly/4iwQQtI
British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants, deadline of 4 November 2026. Independent scholars deadline 28 October 2026
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Applications are now open for the Elevate Programme, a professional development programme supporting early career researchers across the UK. Activities are delivered through a mix of online and in-person sessions. Applications open until 28 October. Find out more: bit.ly/4wOVF5V
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
"Democracy depends on people who disagree still having some shared understanding of the world about which they are disagreeing." Baroness Kidron OBE gave a rousing speech about the role of Public Service Media (PSM) at a conference about the future of PSM, held at the British Academy recently.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
There are only three weeks left to apply for the Talent Development Awards. The opportunity supports UK-based researchers in the humanities and social sciences to pursue an interdisciplinary approach to their work and develop expertise in a new area. Apply now: bit.ly/4bpl2CE
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
On 23 September we are running a session for researchers wanting to apply for a European Research Council grant. Join us at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social to gain insights into how to structure, position and articulate a competitive proposal. Register here: bit.ly/42DFsD5
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
New in the Proceedings of the British Academy, 'The Networked Court: Transdisciplinary Perspectives on Late Medieval European Court Cultures' explores the role of innovative, network-based research methodologies in humanities research as applied to late medieval court studies bit.ly/3ULr4bo
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Are you an early- to mid-career researcher with a keen interest in policy? Apply for the latest round of Global Innovation Fellowships in Berlin to work alongside @dgap.org peers on key policy issues such as security, technology and Indo-European relations. Learn more: bit.ly/4xbd6xC
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
"Technology requires a social licence to operate." Our chief executive, @hetanshah.bsky.social has written for UKRI on how the humanities and social sciences are central to addressing questions about how AI can be adopted and governed for the public good. Read the article: bit.ly/3Tj8aZ2
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Why AI will fail without the humanities and social sciences
AI can transform society. But only if society has a say in shaping it, writes Hetan Shah, Chief Executive of The British Academy.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Only three weeks remain to apply for the Postdoctoral Fellowships. The scheme supports early-career researchers in developing their curriculum vitae and boosting their prospects of obtaining a permanent academic post. Apply now: bit.ly/4xWduAS
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
We will run a webinar on 28 Sep for UK-based, humanities and social sciences researchers interested in the ERC Starting Grants call. If you would like to submit a B1 draft proposal to be considered for feedback during the webinar, register your interest by 17 Sep. Learn more: bit.ly/4eGHg5B
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
We are still inviting proposals for the 2027 round of International Interdisciplinary Research Projects. The scheme provides an excellent opportunity to work with international partners on research ranging across all SHAPE and STEM disciplines. Apply now: bit.ly/4y9wiwJ
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
There are only two weeks left to apply for the SHAPE Involve and Engage 2027-28 programme. Apply now: bit.ly/43JR4oA
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The second round of the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants scheme is now open. Our most popular funding opportunity supports UK-based Postdoctoral researchers – or equivalent – in the humanities and social sciences. Find out more: bit.ly/4iwQQtI
British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grants, deadline of 4 November 2026. Independent scholars deadline 28 October 2026
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
The ERC Starting Grants 2026 call is now open for applications. Find out more about this exciting opportunity and gain valuable insights into the proposal and evaluation process by joining our interactive webinar on 28 Sep. Secure your spot: bit.ly/4eGHg5B
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
There are only three weeks left to submit discussion paper proposals for our new international policy programme, ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’. Don’t miss this paid opportunity to share your creative ideas and help address global climate and nature challenges. Learn more: bit.ly/4hH2qlA
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
There are only two weeks left to apply for the in-person Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and The British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium focused on the broad theme of ‘Humans and nature’. Apply now: bit.ly/4yL3Stm
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
As we prepare to recruit the next cohort of the British Academy Elevate Programme, we spoke with James Woodhams, PhD from, one of the programme’s expert training providers, Kindling Ventures. Find out more about the programme here: bit.ly/4wOVF5V
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Together with @dgap.org, we welcome applications from early- and mid-career researchers for the latest round of Global Innovation Fellowships. The scheme offers awardees the opportunity to work at DGAP’s Berlin office on key policy themes. Learn more: bit.ly/4xbd6xC
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
We’re inviting ECR Members, Partners, and Funders together to celebrate turning five on Wednesday 30 September 2026 at the University of Birmingham. All the details and how to sign up are on our events portal: bit.ly/4xMnagy Not part of the ECRN? You can join today: bit.ly/3SNypqa
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
It's GCSE results day and the British Academy have analysed entry data for humanities, arts and social science subjects. Check out coverage of our GCSE results day commentary in: The Guardian ➡️ bit.ly/4cQL6Y1 The Times ➡️ bit.ly/4xUTpuc
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GCSE results: girls still ahead but gender gap narrows as hundreds of thousands of pupils receive grades – as it happened
Nearly a quarter of girls’ entries received one of the higher grades against around a fifth of those from boys
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Following A level results day last week, here are some key subject uptake trends that you may have missed, with long-term analysis from our SHAPE Observatory. We will be analysing the data again this week on GCSE results day.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Applications for the Postdoctoral Fellowships are still open. The scheme gives researchers in the humanities and social sciences the opportunity to strengthen their experience of research and teaching in an academic environment. Find out more: bit.ly/4xWduAS
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Are you a researcher looking to fund projects that engage the public with the humanities and social sciences? Apply for the SHAPE Involve and Engage 2027-28 programme. Find out more: bit.ly/43JR4oA
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Our CEO Hetan Shah joined BBC Radio 4's Front Row last night, discussing the latest entry data for A levels in arts and humanities - including a 6% drop in English Literature in England, continuing its decline over the past 5 years. (listen from 32:25) ➡️ bbc.in/3U3JQud
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Front Row - Joe Lycett on his first solo exhibition, Everything Must Go - BBC Sounds
Charlotte Higgins on the role of artists in Ukraine, and the rise in poetry sales.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
For Reece, the British Academy Elevate Programme provided the structure and support to think more strategically about research, leadership and long-term career goals. Application window opens 1 September - 28 October Find out more: bit.ly/4hDOpVP
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Do your interests lie at the intersection of climate change, nature and human wellbeing? We invite researchers, policymakers, practitioners and independent experts to submit proposals for discussion papers on our new programme ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’. Find out more: bit.ly/4hH2qlA
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
For A level results day, the British Academy has looked at two decades of data on take-up of SHAPE subjects across the UK. Although SHAPE subjects still make up the majority of entries, there is an evolving picture beneath that headline figure. Read the full analysis here: bit.ly/4xE87FQ
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Who studies what subjects at school and why does it matter?
Alfie Denness, Policy Adviser & Almendra Guzman Rivas, Policy and Data Analyst discuss why subject take up isn't all about student choice - curriculum requirements, subject availability and prior attainment all shape the routes open to young people, aff...
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Would you like to take a creative approach to your research, expand your skills, and build new partnerships? Talent Development Awards supports innovative research methods, helping researchers develop expertise in new areas and foster meaningful collaborations. Learn more: bit.ly/4bpl2CE
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
We are delighted to announce that The British Academy Elevate Programme will be returning for its second cohort, continuing our commitment to building a supportive and impact lead research community shaped by ECRs for ECRs. Find out more about the programme here: bit.ly/4wOVF5V
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
We are still accepting applications for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and The British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium aimed at bringing together UK-based and German researchers. Apply now: bit.ly/4yL3Stm
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
We are commissioning discussion papers for our new international policy programme, ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’, inviting creative thinking on interconnected challenges relating to climate change, biodiversity loss, sustainability, development and wellbeing. Learn more: bit.ly/4hH2qlA
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Only three weeks remain to apply for the Mid-Career Fellowships. The opportunity supports researchers in the humanities and social sciences to pursue a significant research project and engage the public with their findings. Apply now: bit.ly/4f09Crd
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Are we witnessing the end of globalisation or a new version of it? As security concerns increasingly shape decisions on trade, investment, and technology, governments are rethinking economic relationships.
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🧵Today is results day in Scotland. Congratulations to all on their results! We've analysed data on uptake of SHAPE subjects across National 5s, Highers, and Advanced Highers. SHAPE entries increased by 1.6% at National 5 and 2.2% at Highers. Head to our website for more: shorturl.at/7MnIY
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Are you an early career researcher in the humanities and social sciences? Join the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and the British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium to network with fellow researchers in an in-person symposium in Bonn, Germany. Apply now: bit.ly/4yL3Stm
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Are you interested in developing genuinely interdisciplinary piece of research? Applications for the International Interdisciplinary Research Projects, focused on the theme of ‘Mobilities’ are now open. Apply now: bit.ly/4y9wiwJ
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
The second volume in The Diaries of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, the Seventh Earl of Shaftesbury is now available in two parts, covering the years 1846-1855, revealing his work as a leading Victorian reformer and documenting campaigns on labour, health, education, and religion: bit.ly/4xeGd2R
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Students' subject choices have a lasting impact. Ensuring students can benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum must remain a priority. 🧵
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
New in the Proceedings of the British Academy, 'The Social History of Law in Nineteenth-Century Latin America' shows how ordinary people engaged with post-independence legal reforms, including ending slavery and expanding courts: bit.ly/4fyqape
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