Applications for Churchill Fellowships awarded in 2027 are open until midday on 20 October 2027. The programme funds UK citizens to spend up to two months learning from best practice overseas or online and then use those insights to create positive change in the UK.
Quick Overview
| Opportunity | Churchill Fellowship 2027 |
|---|---|
| Status | Open |
| Applications opened | 1 September 2026, 9:30am |
| Deadline | 20 October 2027, midday |
| Who can apply | Eligible UK citizens living in the UK |
| Fellowships begin | From 1 August 2027 |
About the Churchill Fellowship
A Churchill Fellowship supports individuals to learn from other countries and apply that learning to challenges in the UK. Fellowships are awarded to individuals, not organisations, and the programme states that up to 120 Fellowships are awarded each year.
What the Fellowship Funds
There is no single standard grant amount. If shortlisted, applicants prepare a realistic budget and the Fellowship calculates the grant on a case-by-case basis. Funding can cover the Fellow’s travel and living costs for the approved learning activity. The programme can also support accessibility needs and provides travel insurance for Fellows.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a UK citizen with proof of citizenship when applying.
- Live in the UK.
- Be aged 18 or over when submitting the application, or turn 18 by the end of that year.
- Propose learning from other countries that can benefit a UK community or sector.
The Fellowship does not require a particular academic qualification or professional background.
2027 Fellowship Programmes
The 2027 programmes include Building a Society that Cares; Building Prosperous and Resilient Economies; Caring for Our Natural Environment; Climate Change; Civic and Democratic Engagement; Making Space for the Arts; Promoting Lifelong Health; Supporting Engagement in Education; and Tech for All. An Open option is also available for suitable projects outside the named programmes.
How to Apply
- Read the official application guidance.
- Select the programme or Open category that best fits your project.
- Complete the online application form.
- Explain what you want to learn internationally and how you will use that learning to make change in the UK.
- Submit before midday on 20 October 2027. Late applications are not accepted.
FAQs
Is the Churchill Fellowship 2027 open now?
Yes. The current application round opened on 1 September 2026 and closes at midday on 20 October 2027.
Do I need a university degree?
No specific qualification is required. The programme is open to UK citizens from different backgrounds and ages, subject to its eligibility requirements.
How much funding is available?
There is no typical or maximum Fellowship grant stated for the main Fellowship; budgets are calculated case by case for shortlisted applicants.
When can 2027 Fellows begin?
Successful 2027 Fellows can begin overseas learning from 1 August 2027.