Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies

Deadline: Jul 08, 2025

phd

6 months (duration)

partially funded

France

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The University of London is pleased to announce a new round of applications for the Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship in Urban Studies, established between its two bases in London and Paris. This exciting international opportunity reflects the University’s commitment to connecting two of the most economically and ethnically diverse cities in Europe, championing the development of comparative research and new methodologies in urban policy innovation.

📖 About the Fellowship

The Banister Fletcher Global Fellowship invites scholars to place alternative forms and spaces of knowledge production at the heart of proposals. These proposals may build on research and creative practice developed in relation to cultures and histories of the built environment across the world, with a particular focus on the Paris-London framework.

The Fellowship will run for a period of up to 6 months (normally between January and June 2026) and can be based in Paris, London, or split between the two cities.

Key Themes of Research:

Mobilities, Environmental Politics, and City Studies
Exploring the intersection of urban culture with the migration of people and goods.
Literary Studies, Cultural Translation, and Multilingualism
Examining the impact of linguistic and literary diversity, creativity, and innovation on societal identity.
Contemporary Politics and Critical Theory
Investigating political, social, and environmental crises through French and international critical theory.
Knowledge Diplomacy
Analyzing the role of higher education institutions in fostering inter-state cooperation.

The University of London Institute in Paris (ULIP) provides a unique opportunity for researchers to work in Paris, benefiting from the cultural, philosophical, and political vibrancy of the city. Research at the Institute emphasizes multilingual, intercultural, and interdisciplinary environments, addressing contemporary questions of cultural production, international politics, and environmental humanities.

💰 Benefits

The Fellow will receive a £50,000 per annum stipend.
Additional funds will be available for programming activities such as lectures, workshops, and collaborative events.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Hold a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field or demonstrate the impact of their work through creative practice and dissemination.
Have a substantial research track record.
Applications are welcomed from minority groups.
Both salaried and non-salaried candidates are eligible to apply.

🎯 Responsibilities of the Fellow

As a Fellow, you will:

Develop a program of original research while contributing to the research training environment of the supporting institutions.
Design and convene a program consisting of lectures, workshops, training sessions, or other collaborative activities.
Deliver programming in person, with a focus on experiential and in-person exchange.
Use funds provided for programming activities to organize events such as workshops or lectures, potentially involving invited participants.

📅 Application Process

Applicants should submit the following documents (amalgamated into one document):

CV (including names and contact details of two referees).
A short summary/pitch outlining the key objectives for the Fellowship (300 words max).
A project document (up to 4 pages, Times New Roman 12) explaining:
- Aims for the Fellowship period.
- Tentative organizational objectives for collaborative work.
- Programming possibilities for workshops or lectures.
- Potential invited participants and their roles.
- Relation between London and Paris events, ensuring benefit for a broad community of learners and researchers.