The Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx) is pleased to announce the Visiting Fellowship Programme for outstanding African researchers. The programme supports collaborative research across all disciplines, with a special focus on improving equitable access to healthcare.

To be eligible for this fellowship, applicants must be based at an academic or research institution in Africa and have a clearly defined research project. They must secure an Oxford-based researcher as a collaborator and demonstrate how the fellowship will support their research and professional development.

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Application Deadline: 6th June 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Oxford / Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx)

• Department: Various departments across the University of Oxford

• Course Level: Fellowship / Research

• Award: 12-month fellowship including a two-month in-person visit to Oxford (Trinity Term)

• Access Mode: Online and in-person

• Number of Awards: NA

• Nationality: African countries

• The award can be taken in: United Kingdom

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: African countries

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship is open to all academic disciplines. Applicants for the “improving equitable access to healthcare” stream must propose a project relevant to healthcare access in low- and middle-income countries.

• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be based at an academic or research institution in Africa

  • Have a clearly defined research project

  • Identify and confirm an Oxford-based researcher as a collaborator

  • Be able to demonstrate how the Fellowship will benefit their career and research trajectory

  • Be committed to engaging with Oxford-based colleagues during the 10-month virtual component and attend the two-month in-person visit during Trinity Term (May–June).

How to Apply

To apply, applicants must submit an online application by 11:59 AM (UK time) on 6th June 2025. Applications must include:

• A completed online application form

• A detailed project proposal

• A letter of support from an Oxford-based collaborator

• CV and other required documents as listed in the application portal

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Benefits

• Full affiliation with a University of Oxford department and college

• A 12-month fellowship including a two-month fully funded in-person visit to Oxford

• Access to Oxford’s academic resources, networks, and expertise

• Opportunities for long-term collaboration, joint publications, and new project development

• Increased visibility and engagement with global research communities

• Strong encouragement and support for applications from women and underrepresented researchers.

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