Are you a researcher passionate about the history, politics, and culture of Central and Eastern Europe? Do you envision conducting meaningful academic work in a country with deep historical archives, vibrant scholarly networks, and growing international research partnerships?
The Mieroszewski Centre’s Research in Poland Scholarship Programme offers a unique opportunity to transform that vision into a reality.
Why Choose Poland?
Strategically located at the heart of Central and Eastern Europe, Poland offers scholars access to rich historical records, expansive academic libraries, and collaborative research environments. Whether your interest lies in Cold War diplomacy, post-Soviet transitions, or regional cultural studies, Poland’s institutions and archives provide the resources to support robust and original scholarship.
For UK-based doctoral researchers, this programme is particularly valuable. It supports those investigating topics such as Polish-UK wartime diplomacy, migration flows, post-Brexit EU relations, or Eastern Europe’s evolving geopolitical role, areas of rising academic and policy interest.
Who Can Apply?
The programme welcomes a broad range of applicants:
- Foreign researchers affiliated with universities, think tanks, or independent institutions.
- Doctoral students pursuing research aligned with the Centre’s mission, namely, studies focused on Central and Eastern Europe’s historical and political contexts.
Applicants should demonstrate a strong track record of academic or scientific achievement. Interdisciplinary and policy-relevant proposals are particularly encouraged, supporting the programme’s commitment to dialogue across academic, social, and political spheres.
Programme Highlights
- Duration: Flexible from 3 to 9 months, allowing for immersive study or focused investigation.
- Stipend: A generous PLN 6,500 per month, providing financial stability for the duration of your research.
- Freedom: Scholars choose their location and mode of work, enabling tailored approaches to fieldwork, archival visits, or collaborative writing.
A Gateway to Deeper Understanding
Whether you’re examining migration policy, post-communist governance, or cultural resilience, this scholarship creates space for meaningful contribution. Engage directly with source material, access institutional expertise, and build networks that elevate your research.
Application Process
Applications are managed through a dedicated online portal. Prepare and submit your materials exclusively at stypendium.mieroszewski.pl.
