AHRC Curiosity Award: applicant-led mode
Funding
Up to £100,000
Location
England
Applications
Open until 21 September 2028
The AHRC Curiosity Award funds fundamental research in arts and humanities. It supports new research ideas, networking, and the development of future research opportunities. Awards can be up to £100,000, though there is no fixed upper limit. You must be based at a UK research organisation that is eligible for AHRC funding. The deadline to apply is 21 September 2028.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for AHRC funding
This award is for researchers based at UK organisations eligible for AHRC funding, such as universities and recognised research institutes. It suits those with early-stage ideas in arts and humanities who want to explore new research directions. It is not for businesses, charities, or individuals outside eligible research organisations.
Regions
Full details from UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council
Apply for funding for flexible awards to fund fundamental research that leads to new research agendas, networking activity and idea generation, which enables the development of further research opportunities and new research agendas. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for AHRC funding. There is no limit on the value of the grant, the value specified within the summary page is an example.
You apply through the UKRI Funding Service portal. This is an applicant-led mode, meaning you propose your own research idea rather than responding to a set theme. Check AHRC eligibility rules for your organisation before applying.
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