Apply Now: Short Term Grant for Armenian Studies

Deadline: 04-Dec-2026

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation offers Short Term Grants of up to €5,000 to support Master’s or PhD students and researchers in Armenian Studies. Funding can be used for international conferences, summer courses, field research, small projects, or other relevant academic activities with a maximum duration of three months. Applications are accepted online throughout the year until 4 December 2026, and grants are awarded based on academic relevance, quality of the proposal, and applicant merit.

Program Overview

The Short Term Grant is designed to support academics and researchers in Armenian Studies by enabling them to:

• Attend international conferences or summer courses

• Conduct field research

• Undertake short-term research projects

• Engage in other relevant academic activities

The program emphasizes academic merit, relevance, and international exposure, and offers financial support to cover activities that contribute directly to the applicant’s scholarly work.

Funding Details

• Maximum Grant Amount: €5,000

• Project Duration: Up to 3 months

• Eligible Costs: Travel, accommodation, participation fees, research expenses related to the proposed activity

• Number of Grants: Maximum two per applicant, not within the same calendar year unless approved

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be Master’s or PhD students or researchers in Armenian Studies

• Conduct work that advances their academic expertise

• Submit activities within the scope of international conferences, summer courses, field research, or small research projects

• Demonstrate academic relevance and merit

• Preference is given to younger scholars, though there is no strict age limit

Application Process

1. Register on the MyGulbenkian platform

2. Prepare your application with:

   • A detailed proposal of the intended activity

   • Academic references

   • Supporting documents

3. Submit the application online with all mandatory fields completed and required documents uploaded

4. Applications may be submitted in English, French, Armenian, or Portuguese

5. Applications received by the last day of each month are evaluated during the first ten days of the following month

6. Decisions are communicated via the MyGulbenkian platform within six weeks of submission

Assessment Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

• Academic relevance of the proposed activity

• Connection to the applicant’s field of expertise

• Quality of the proposal

• Applicant’s academic merit and achievements

• International importance of the event or activity (if applicable)

• Strength of reference letters

Important Notes

• If a grant recipient cannot participate due to visa issues or other reasons, the funds must be returned to the Foundation

• Only one valid application per submission is accepted

• Applications must follow the Call Conditions provided by the Foundation

Why This Grant Matters

• Enables researchers to expand international networks and gain exposure

• Supports field research and scholarly development in Armenian Studies

• Encourages academic excellence and project-based learning

• Provides funding for short-term but impactful research activities

Tips for Successful Applications

• Clearly demonstrate how the activity relates to your research expertise

• Provide strong, relevant reference letters

• Ensure the proposed activity has clear academic impact

• Follow the Call Conditions strictly

• Submit complete applications with all required documents

Conclusion

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Short Term Grant offers an exceptional opportunity for Master’s and PhD researchers in Armenian Studies to gain international exposure, conduct field research, and advance their academic careers. With funding up to €5,000 for projects lasting up to three months, the program strengthens scholarly development, supports innovation in Armenian Studies, and fosters global academic collaboration.

For more information, visit Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.