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Two funding opportunities have been announced by the British Ornithologists’ Union.
Small Ornithological Research Grants
“The BOU Small Ornithological Research Grants scheme offers awards of up to £2,000 to support small projects on any aspect of ornithology. The scheme is open to BOU members only. An exception is made for those from and still residing and working in a low- or middle-income country, who can apply without being a member.”
Deadline for applications: 30 October 2026
Click here for Guidelines and Application Form.
Career Development Bursaries
The BOU Career Development Bursaries aim to support short-term research positions for early-career ornithologists. Successful proposals combine the development of skills useful for a future career in ornithology with a sound scientific research proposal. Up to £4,000 will be provided to cover a period of career development lasting 4-12 weeks, during which a scientific research project will be conducted. Up to a further £2,500 is available for visa and travel costs for applicants from low- or middle-income countries who are currently based at an institute in a low- or middle-income country (see list).
The BOU bursary scheme is open to BOU Early Career Researcher (ECR) members only. An exception is made for those from and still residing and working in a low- or middle-income country, who can apply without being a member.”
Deadline for applications: 30 October 2026
Click here for Guidelines and Application Form.
John Cooper, Emeritus Information Officer, Agreement on the Conservation of Albatrosses and Petrels, 02 July 2026