The British Institute for Libyan & Northern African Studies (BILNAS) offers grants for UK-based researchers to support primary research in Libya and the Northern African region (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Niger, Mali, Chad, Sudan). BILNAS funds high-calibre projects on any topic in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Research may take place within the region, or be UK-based, depending on its nature.
Application Deadlines
BILNAS is delighted to announce a new Grant Call for April 2026, for small and large grants. The deadline is Thursday 30 April 2026.
ℹ️ Please be careful to read all the form and eligibility requirements before applying..
For further information, contact the General Secretary, Dr Victoria Leitch: [email protected]
Small & Large Research Grants: up to £3000 (Small) and up to £10,000 (Large) – postdoctoral scholars at any career stage.
View the Application Form online as a PDFDownload the Application Form as a Word document
Download the Referee Form as a Word document

