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AHRC responsive mode: Curiosity Award
Funding
Up to £100,000
Deadline
22 September 2026
Location
England
Applications
Applications closed
Overview
This award funds fundamental arts and humanities research. It supports new research ideas, networking, and the development of future research opportunities. There is no upper limit on the grant value. The deadline to apply is 31 March 2027.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be arts and humanities research
- Must lead to new research agendas or networking activity
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
This award is for researchers working in arts and humanities who want to explore new ideas and develop future research agendas. It is based in England. It is not aimed at businesses, charities, or tradespeople.
Regions
No published award history for UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council. Some funders do not publish their grants data.
Full details from UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council
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. There is no limit on the value of the grant, the value specified within the summary page is an example.
Applications are made through UKRI's funding systems. Check the AHRC website for full guidance on the application process and any specific requirements for this award type.
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