Deadline: 01-Sep-2026
The InteRussia Scientific and Research Fellowship is an academic programme hosted in Moscow in collaboration with Moscow State Institute of International Relations. It is designed for foreign researchers and professionals working in international relations, political science, and regional studies, with a focus on global geopolitical trends and academic exchange.
Programme Objective
The main objective is to strengthen global academic dialogue in international relations by:
- Promoting research in political science and regional studies
- Analyzing emerging trends in global military-political alignment
- Examining economic integration in a multipolar world
- Building international networks of young scholars
- Enhancing cooperation between global academic institutions
- Encouraging policy-relevant research and discussion
2026 Thematic Focus
The 2026 fellowship theme is:
- “The World Divided? The Current Trends in Military-Political Alignment and Economic Integration”
This theme explores:
- Global geopolitical fragmentation and alignment patterns
- Shifts in international alliances and power structures
- Economic integration in a changing global order
- Implications of multipolarity for global governance
Programme Structure and Activities
Participants will engage in:
- Academic seminars and lectures
- Research discussions with leading scholars
- Policy dialogues with Russian institutions
- Collaboration with think tanks and NGOs
- Workshops on international relations theory and practice
- Direct engagement with faculty at Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Duration and Location
- Location: Moscow, Russia
- Host institution: Moscow State Institute of International Relations
- Duration: 6 weeks
- Dates: October 26 – December 6, 2026
- Working language: English
Funding and Benefits
Selected fellows receive:
- Round-trip international travel to Moscow
- Accommodation in MGIMO University dormitories
- One-time stipend of RUB 45,000
Participant responsibilities:
- Visa application fees
- Medical insurance
- Meal expenses
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be non-Russian citizens residing outside Russia
- Be between 25 and 39 years old
- Demonstrate English proficiency at C1 level or higher
- Submit a research proposal in English
- Hold a PhD OR be currently pursuing a PhD OR
- Have at least 3 years of academic or think tank experience
- Have no prior affiliation with Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Why This Programme Matters
This fellowship strengthens global understanding of shifting geopolitical dynamics by fostering academic exchange on international relations and economic integration. It builds networks of emerging scholars and encourages research that helps interpret complex global political transformations.
Key Expected Outcomes
The programme aims to achieve:
- Enhanced research capacity in international relations and political science
- Stronger international academic collaboration
- Deeper understanding of global geopolitical realignments
- Expanded networks of early-career scholars and researchers
- Improved policy-relevant academic dialogue
Conclusion
The InteRussia Fellowship at Moscow State Institute of International Relations provides a structured academic platform for international researchers to study global political and economic trends. Through intensive engagement with leading scholars and institutions, it strengthens global academic cooperation and advances understanding of a multipolar world order.
For more information, visit InteRussia.