The British Institute for Libyan & Northern African Studies (BILNAS) offers grants for UK-based researchers to support primary research in Libya and the Northern African region (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Niger, Mali, Chad, Sudan). BILNAS funds high-calibre projects on any topic in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Research may take place within the region, or be UK-based, depending on its nature.

Application Deadlines

The 2026 call is now closed, so please look out for our next call in February 2027. We typically offer grants for writing up, travel, and large and small projects.

For further information, contact the General Secretary, Dr Victoria Leitch: [email protected]