Center for African Studies Visiting Fellowships 2027

Location: University of California, Berkeley, USA
Duration: One academic semester (approximately 4 months)
Application Deadline: 17 April 2026

About the Fellowship

The Center for African Studies Visiting Fellowships 2027 at the University of California, Berkeley is a fully funded opportunity designed for Africa-based scholars to advance high-quality, independent research. The programme provides time, space, and access to world-class academic resources to support fellows in completing major scholarly work, including journal articles or books, while engaging with a vibrant intellectual community.

Fellows will also contribute to the academic life of the Center by interacting with faculty and mentoring scholars, fostering meaningful exchange between African institutions and UC Berkeley.

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows will receive comprehensive support, including:

  • Return economy airfare to Berkeley
  • Accommodation at UC Berkeley’s International House
  • A subsistence allowance to cover living expenses
  • Office space and access to computing facilities
  • Full access to UC Berkeley libraries, research collections, and academic resources
  • Participation in seminars, conferences, and academic events

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be based in an African country and affiliated with a university, research institution, or NGO
  • Hold a PhD (awarded on or before January 2022)
  • Demonstrate strong research potential and academic contributions
  • Submit a research project aligned with or relevant to African studies

Preference may be given to research addressing themes such as youth, labor, livelihoods, mobility, displacement, technology, democracy, and futures.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to submit:

  • A Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages)
  • A research proposal (max. 2 pages, excluding references)

Fellowship Structure

Duration: Approximately 4 months
Start Date: No later than January 2027
The fellowship is non-renewable

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the official application portal provided by the Center for African Studies. Ensure all required documents are uploaded before the deadline.

Disclaimer: This opportunity is shared for informational purposes only. We are not the administering organisation and do not influence the selection process.