Thailand Chula Global Visiting Fellowship 2026 – Fully Funded
Applications are now open for the Thailand Chula Global Visiting Fellowship Program 2026, a fully funded international fellowship hosted by Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand. The program is organized by the Office of Academic Resources (OAR) and invites qualified candidates from around the world to participate in a two-month academic and research fellowship.
The fellowship provides selected participants with an opportunity to live and work in Bangkok while engaging in research, professional practice, and academic collaboration in areas related to librarianship, information science, academic publishing, educational technology, scholarly communication, and Thai & Southeast Asian studies.
There is no application fee, and all major expenses are covered by the fellowship.
Fellowship Overview
- Program Name: Thailand Chula Global Visiting Fellowship 2026
- Host Country: Thailand
- Host Institution: Chulalongkorn University
- Location: Bangkok
- Duration: 2 months
- Program Period Options:
- 1 May – 30 June 2026
- 1 June – 31 July 2026
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 31 December 2025
Financial Benefits
The Chula Global Visiting Fellowship 2026 provides comprehensive financial support, including:
- Total Stipend: 230,000 Thai Baht (THB)
- Round-trip airfare
- Visa fees
- Accommodation in Bangkok
- Taxes related to the fellowship, covered by the Office of Academic Resources
This funding allows fellows to focus fully on their academic or professional work without financial burden.
Fellowship Tracks
Applicants may apply under one of the following tracks:
Track 1: Professional Practice
Designed for library and information professionals working on:
- Library operations and management
- Service innovation
- Digital transformation initiatives
Track 2: Research Fellowship
Intended for researchers and scholars developing:
- A co-authored academic paper, or
- A short research project focusing on Thai and Southeast Asian studies, particularly using OAR collections
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Open to all nationalities
- Non-Thai citizens only
- Strong command of the English language
- Must obtain official permission from their home institution to participate during the fellowship period
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Project Proposal outlining planned activities
- Institutional Permission Letter from the applicant’s home organization or university
Selection & Results
- Applications are reviewed by the fellowship committee
- Final selection results will be announced in February 2026
How to Apply for the Chula Global Visiting Fellowship 2026
Interested candidates must submit the completed application form and all required documents online through the official fellowship website before the deadline.
There is no application fee, and incomplete applications may not be considered.
Why Apply for This Fellowship?
- Conduct research at Thailand’s leading university
- Receive full financial support for international participation
- Collaborate with academics and professionals in Asia
- Gain global exposure in information science, research, and academic publishing
- Experience academic life in Bangkok, Thailand
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